Lia [lia]â² as a girls' name is pronounced LEE-ah. It is of Latin origin. Short form of names like Amelia, Rosalia, and Evangelia bringer of the gospel. Used as an independent name in Italy. See also Lea and Leah. Writer Lia Matera.
Testify(verb) to make a solemn declaration under oath or affirmation, for the purpose of establishing, or making proof of, some fact to a court; to give testimony in a cause depending before a tribunal. Testify(verb) to declare a charge; to protest; to give information; to bear witness; -- with against.
In many cases, such as a simple assault, the primary evidence, and sometimes the only evidence, against the defendant is the testimony of the victim. Many times, a victim will think that he or she can simply refuse to testify in order to get a case dismissed against a loved one. While it is true that it is difficult to actually force a victim or a witness to testify, it is important to note that nobody has the right to refuse to testify.