California § 973 - Unless erroneously compelled to do so, a married person who testifies in a procee
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§ 973. Unless erroneously compelled to do so, a married person who testifies in a procee
(a) Unless erroneously compelled to do so, a married person who testifies in a proceeding to which his spouse is a party, or who testifies against his spouse in any proceeding, does not have a privilege under this article in the proceeding in which such testimony is given. (b) There is no privilege under this article in a civil proceeding brought or defended by a married person for the immediate benefit of his spouse or of himself and his spouse.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 973
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 973 cover?
Section 973 ("Unless erroneously compelled to do so, a married person who testifies in a procee") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. 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 California § 973?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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