Will Lola's Statement Be Admissible If She Ignores the Subpoena

question 29

Multiple Choice

Will Lola's statement be admissible if she ignores the subpoena and refuses to come to court to testify

• A)Yes, the officer tape recorded it.
• B)Yes, it is based on first-hand knowledge.
• C)No, her statements are admissible only if they qualify as spontaneous declarations.
• D)No, statements Lola made to the officer at the hospital are testimonial hearsay.

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