Alabama § 15-4-5 - Refusal of Witness to Answer Questions.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 15-4-5 — Refusal of Witness to Answer Questions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-4-5. Refusal of Witness to Answer Questions.
In an inquest under this chapter, any witness who refuses to answer any question in relation to the cause of death, except on the ground that it may criminate himself, is guilty of a misdemeanor and must be committed to jail by the coroner, unless he gives bail in the sum of $500.00 to appear at the circuit court and answer such offense, and, on conviction thereof, shall be fined not less than $200.00 nor more than $500.00, and may be imprisoned not exceeding three months.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 15-4-5
What does Code of Alabama § 15-4-5 cover?
Section 15-4-5 ("Refusal of Witness to Answer Questions.") 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.
How do I cite Alabama § 15-4-5?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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