Alabama § 12-16-219 - Oath of Secrecy; Effect of Refusal.
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§ 12-16-219. Oath of Secrecy; Effect of Refusal.
Any prosecutor, grand jury foreman, or circuit court may require all persons testifying in or before a grand jury to submit to an oath or affirmation of secrecy. The failure of any witness to be so sworn shall not relieve such witness of any criminal liability imposed by this division.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Code of Alabama § 12-16-219 cover?
Section 12-16-219 ("Oath of Secrecy; Effect of Refusal.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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