Connecticut · Connecticut General Statutes — Title 54, Criminal Procedure
Conn. Gen. Stat. (Title 54) § 54-84a: Testimony against spouse
What this law says, in plain English
This statute establishes a privilege allowing a spouse to refuse to testify against their lawful spouse in criminal proceedings, with exceptions for crimes involving joint participation, violence, or harm to children.
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