Do I, as the victim, have the right to plead the Fifth Amendment in a case of "strangulation & abduction in Virginia courts?

Asked 3 months ago - Hampton, VA

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Yes , I filed the report but no longer want to testify against the defendant . The state took over this case as The Common Wealth vs Defendant . I was told I could offer a plea bargain of having the assault case waived and Defendant plead guilty of abduction . What are the reprecussions of pleading the Fifth Amendment ?

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Why can't I plead the Fifth?
What can I do if I don't want to press these charges anymore?
What is the maximum time for Strangulation & Abduction?

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    Wrentham Debt Collection Attorney
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    Answered February 24, 2013 13:05. The right to invoke the Fifth Amendment is dependent upon the testimony incriminating the person testifying. Unless you lied in your report, there does not seem to be a basis for your invoking the privilege.

    The foregoing is for general information purposes and does not establish an attorney-client relationship.

  2. Mokena Domestic Violence Lawyer
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    Answered February 24, 2013 12:41. Based upon the few facts presented, as the alleged victim, you have no right to plead the 5th Amendment.

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