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In Part I of "A Fifth of Silence," we covered the wording and history behind the Fifth Amendment, as well as how a jury must evaluate a witness taking the Fifth in a criminal trial. To recap … the jury cannot consider it at all in reaching their verdict.
In Part II, we turn to taking the Fifth in a civil lawsuit. The results are vastly different. We will also address a hypothetical and provide some practical tips when faced with this type of situation.
What Happens When a Witness Takes the Fifth in a Civil Matter?
If a witness takes the Fifth in a civil matter, the jury, under SCOTUS precedent from ...