Aussageverweigerung
refusal to testify; right to remain silent
noun OWS-za-ge-fer-vy-ge-roong Rare
Usage Note
Aussageverweigerung is exercising the right to refuse testimony; suspects always have this right (Schweigerecht), while witnesses must have a specific statutory ground (e.g. risk of self-incrimination or close family relationship).
Examples
"Sein Anwalt riet ihm zur Aussageverweigerung."
Natural Translation
His lawyer advised him to refuse to testify.
Literal Translation
His lawyer advised him to the statement-refusal.
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