When may a witness invoke the privilege against self-incrimination?

A. When the witness knows that the answer will subject him or her to the danger of prosecution and conviction
B. Only when the answer would be a complete admission of guilt
C. Only when the witness is testifying in a criminal trial
D. When the judge is satisfied that the answer would be incriminating


Answer: D

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