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What is the right of a witness to refuse to answer questions that might incriminate them?
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Privilege against self-incrimination
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- Privilege against self-incrimination
- Right to remain silent
- Fifth Amendment right
- Immunity
Explanation & Context
The privilege against self-incrimination is a legal right protecting individuals from being compelled to provide testimony that could be used against them in a criminal proceeding.
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