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2000 SESSION
HB 1317 Testimony before a multi-jurisdiction grand jury.
Introduced by: Frank M. Ruff | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
Criminal procedure; testimony before a multi-jurisdiction grand jury. Eliminates the limitation placed on the use of testimony against a witness educed from the witness before a multi-jurisdiction grand jury, provided that prior to testifying or producing evidence the witness was advised of his rights and privileges under the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution and he voluntarily, intelligently, and knowingly waived such rights. Currently such testimony can be used in a case against the witness/defendant, but only for the purpose of impeaching the witness/defendant.