Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
Alcoholic Anonymous and testimony
Can a person from a murder suspect's
AA chapter be made to testify
(prosecution or defense) as to
comments that suspect made in an AA
meeting?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Alcoholic Anonymous and testimony
Clergy privilege should be alleged, whether or it is successfull will depend upon the completeness of the motions and current law. Contact me directly.
Re: Alcoholic Anonymous and testimony
It's an unsettled area of the law. Efforts have been made to pass a law on the subject. In the meantime, look up Farrell L. v. Superior Court, 203 Cal.App.3d 521, in which the psychotherapist-patient privilege was held to apply to "group therapy" sessions.
Re: Alcoholic Anonymous and testimony
Yes, the witness can be compelled to testify if they are under legally valid subpoena. If the person does not want to testify, he/she should contact a lawyer to explore options whether there are legal grounds for that person to refuse.
Hope this helps,
Jacek W. Lentz, Esq.
310.273.1361
www.lentzlawfirm.com
Related Questions & Answers
-
Grand theft if a person is the subject of a grand theft investigation and has a... Asked 12/02/08, 5:34 pm in United States California Criminal Law
-
Don't understand my husbands charges 11357(b) m h&s poss marij 28.5 gm l w/p... Asked 12/02/08, 2:32 pm in United States California Criminal Law
-
Breaking the law when out on bail If a murder suspect is out on bail and is arrested... Asked 12/02/08, 11:06 am in United States California Criminal Law
-
Fraud and theft if my boyfriend was charged with fraurd but was not caught in... Asked 12/02/08, 6:09 am in United States California Criminal Law
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
