Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Pennsylvania
Fifth amendment at a deposition
Can I invoke the 5th amendment at a deposition in a lawsuit in which I am not a defendent? I've been subpeonad by the prosecution and want to be a hostile witness. I favor the defendent.
Asked on 5/18/02, 2:57 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Scott Diamond
DIAMONDLAWYER
Re: Fifth amendment at a deposition
it depends upon hte reason for using the 5th. if you are going to incriminate yourself, then yes, however, a judge will eventually get involved
Answered on 5/20/02, 9:12 am
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