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Thus, a person called to testify before Congress can refuse if they believe the government could use the testimony against them in criminal proceedings. To render the protections against self-incrimination ineffective, Congress can provide immunity from criminal prosecution.
If a witness can't attend the hearing, you can ask the witness to write and sign a statement called a declaration for submission to the court. This statement should include everything that the witness would like to tell the judge about your claim or defense.rranging for Your Witnesses. In most small claims cases, you or the other party can easily provide all the information and documents the judge will need in order to understand and decide the dispute. Sometimes, however, you'll need to present information that can be provided only by a witness.