Testimonial Privileges

Question 1

Attorney Client Privilege

Answer 1

Confidential communications between attorney and client made for the purpose of legal advice (or seeking professional services) is not admissible.

Question 2

Attorney Client Privilege/Confidential

Answer 2

Communication is still considered confidential if made in the presence of the attorney’s representative or client’s representative.

Question 3

Marital Privilege

Answer 3

Confidential communications or conduct between husband and wife is not admissible in civil or criminal cases.

Question 4

Marital Privilege/Divorce

Answer 4

Communications made after divorce is admissible.

Question 5

Marital Privilege/Hold Privilege

Answer 5

Both spouses hold the marital privilege.