Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas
If one spouse signs a statement that the other spouse committed a theft, but later refuses to testify, is the statement admissable in a jury trial?
Asked on 4/24/12, 8:49 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Cynthia Henley
Cynthia Henley, Lawyer
A written statement against a 3rd party is not admissible as substantive evidence but can be used to impeach that person's testimony to the contrary in the future.
Answered on 4/25/12, 10:20 pm
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