Legal Question in Family Law in Pennsylvania

testifying in court

Can I refuse to answer a question in a

child custody case (not my child)?


Asked on 5/21/08, 9:00 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

John Davidson Law Office of John A. Davidson

Re: testifying in court

As a witness probably not. Child custody is a civil matter so you can't "plead the 5th". You do not say if you are a person who might assert privilege. Nor do you have the right to object to a question. That's the lawyer's job.

If you do not answer you risk being in contempt.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me. The initial consultation is free.

{John}

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Answered on 5/21/08, 9:12 am


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