98 Self-incrimination.E+W
(1)In any proceedings in which a court is hearing an application for an order under Part IV or V, no person shall be excused from—
(a)giving evidence on any matter; or
(b)answering any question put to him in the course of his giving evidence,
on the ground that doing so might incriminate him or his spouse [F1or civil partner] of an offence.
(2)A statement or admission made in such proceedings shall not be admissible in evidence against the person making it or his spouse [F1or civil partner] in proceedings for an offence other than perjury.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in s. 98(1)(2) inserted (5.12.2005) by Civil Partnership Act 2004 (c. 33), s. 261(1), Sch. 27 para. 132; S.I. 2005/3175, art. 2(2) (subject to arts. 2(3)-(5))
Commencement Information
I1S. 98 wholly in force at 14.10.1991 see s. 108(2)(3) and S.I. 1991/828, art. 3(2)