Delaware Statutes

§ 3501 — Testimony of accused persons

Delaware·Title 11·Part Criminal Procedure Generally·Ch. 35 WITNESSES AND EVIDENCE·Subch. General Provisions

Every person who is accused of any crime whatsoever, punishable by the laws of this State, may upon trial before any tribunal established by the Constitution or laws of this State, testify in the person’s own behalf, and may testify for or against any other person jointly tried with the person. A refusal or failure to testify shall not be construed or commented upon as an indication of guilt.

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Legislative History

19 Del. Laws, c. 777 ; Code 1915, § 4215; Code 1935, § 4690; 11 Del. C. 1953, § 3501; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1

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Testimony of accused persons

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Proof of possession of property

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Obtaining of testimony under court order; witness immunity

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Use of prior statements as affirmative evidence

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Rape — Sufficiency of evidence; proceedings in camera

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Rape — Admissibility of certain evidence

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Admissibility of certificate of title in criminal proceedings involving motor vehicles

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Videotaped deposition and procedures for child witnesses

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Presence of victims

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Hearsay exception for child victim’s or witness’s out-of-court statement of abuse

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Testimony of victim or witness in child abuse, and victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking cases by means of secured video connection

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Admissibility of DNA profiles

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Hearsay exception for an adult who is impaired or patient or resident victim’s out-of-court statement of abuse

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