Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida
Testifying Against Spouse???
Is it legal for the state of Florida to MAKE me testify against my own spouse?
Asked on 1/16/08, 7:03 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Richard Hornsby
Richard E. Hornsby, P.A.
Re: Testifying Against Spouse???
Yes, there is no marital privilege in Florida when it relates to a crime.
Answered on 1/16/08, 7:17 pm
Brent Rose
The Orsini & Rose Law Firm
Re: Testifying Against Spouse???
If your spouse has told you that he or she has committed a crime, you cannot be compelled to testify against your spouse as to what he or she told you. However, if your spouse has committed a crime AGAINST you, you can be compelled to testify against your own spouse.
Answered on 1/20/08, 12:11 pm
Related Questions & Answers
-
Grand theft charge what kind of sentence do they offer for this charge Asked 1/16/08, 2:22 pm in United States Florida Criminal Law
-
Florida Sex Offense Pardon / Expunge / etc... In 1990 I was charged with Lewd and... Asked 1/16/08, 2:07 am in United States Florida Criminal Law
-
Priors 10+ yrs old can't be used in court??? Is it true that priors 10+ years old... Asked 1/16/08, 1:49 am in United States Florida 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.
