Police officer William Porter,whose own case ended in a mistrial final month, could be forced to testify against fellow officer in exchange for immunityA Baltimore judge ruled on Wednesday that an officer facing charges related to the death of Freddie Gray can be compelled by the state to testify against a fellow officer, or setting a unusual precedent for Maryland.
William Porter,whose own case ended in a mistrial final month, can be compelled to testify in the case of Cesar Goodson in exchange for immunity. Goodson is charged with moment-degree murder in Gray’s death. This would eliminate Porter’s ability to plead his fifth amendment right against self-incrimination, and the officer could face possible jail time if he refuses.Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com