When Is a Spouse Compelled to Give Evidence Against the Accused

question 7

Multiple Choice

When is a spouse compelled to give evidence against the accused? A spouse is only compellable un the limited circumstances provided for in section 80 (3) of the YJCEA 1999.

• A)The defendant is accused of raping her
• B)If the husband physically attacks their 17 year old daughter
• C)The husband is accused or sexually abusing their 10 year old son
• D)The husband stole from the local supermarket
• E)All of the above

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