The IRS files criminal charges against Rich for evasion of federal taxes. Rich's accountant, Sonya, is summoned to appear in court to testify against Rich. The state where the incident occurred recognizes an accountant-client privilege. Does Sonya have to testify in federal court against her client?
a. Yes.
b. Yes, but only if she is granted immunity by her state.
c. No, the federal court must recognize her state's accountant-client privilege.
d. No, the federal accountant-client privilege will protect her from testifying.
a
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A) Strengthening her argument B) Instructing her reader C) Saving time D) All of these
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A. a felony if it is committed for a commercial purpose. B. a felony if Quant brings a civil suit against Rashad. C. not a crime. D. a crime, but not a felony.