Louisiana Revised Statutes 51:146 – Discovery; incrimination
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Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes 51:146
- Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
- Testify: Answer questions in court.
The witness shall not refuse to produce books or papers in accordance with the order or to answer any questions in reference to the subject matter of the investigation upon the ground that these acts would tend to incriminate him or subject him to a penalty or forfeiture.
The witness shall not be liable to prosecution, or subject to any action, penalty, or forfeiture on account of any transaction, matter, or thing concerning which he may testify or produce books or papers.