Legal Question in Criminal Law in Minnesota

Refusal to testify

I am involved in a case where an individual was in an insurance scam, unknown to me and the prosecuting attorney would like me to testify, I have been threatened by this individual, and found out recently in the past he attempted to shoot another potential witness. I told the prosecuting attorney I don't remember anything. I wanted to know if questions I answered thru the police can be held against me, can I be made to testify(I have been subpoenaed), or can I get out of it by forgetting or would they try to charge me later?


Asked on 10/12/99, 3:20 pm

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Re: Refusal to testify

If you have been subpoenaed, you must appear to testify. A subpoena is a Court order requiring you to testify. If you fail to appear under a subpoena, a warrant will be issued for your arrest. If on the witness stand you recant prior sworn testimony it may also form a basis for perjury charges. Your interests are best served by relating your concerns to the prosecuter and receiving assurances of police protection.

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Answered on 10/14/99, 4:48 pm


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