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767.6 – Incriminating answers of witnesses; order granting immunity; use of truthful testimony or other information against witness in criminal case; transcript; applicability of secrecy provisions; scope of order | Michigan Law

Learn about Michigan's rules on witness immunity, incriminating answers, and the use of truthful testimony in criminal cases under MCL 767.6.

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767.6 – Incriminating answers of witnesses; order granting immunity; use of truthful testimony or other information against witness in criminal case; transcript; applicability of secrecy provisions; scope of order

Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure § 767.6

Summary

Michigan law allows witnesses to refuse answering questions that may incriminate them, and provides a process for granting immunity through a court order. When immunity is granted, truthful testimony cannot be used against the witness in criminal cases, with certain exceptions. The law also mandates transcription of questions and answers and maintains confidentiality of related documents.

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In simple terms: Learn about Michigan's rules on witness immunity, incriminating answers, and the use of truthful testimony in criminal cases under MCL 767.6.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.