When May a Witness Invoke the Privilege Against Self-Incrimination

question 17

Multiple Choice

When may a witness invoke the privilege against self-incrimination?

• A)When the witness knows that the answer will subject him or her to the danger of prosecution and conviction.
• B)When the judge is satisfied that the answer would be incriminating.
• C)Only when the witness is testifying in a criminal trial.
• D)Only when the answer would be a complete admission of guilt.

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