Everyday Law · Conseil constitutionnel
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AI illustrationCan witnesses testify without swearing an oath?
Your callShould witnesses always have to swear an oath before testifying?
TL;DR
- 1M. Moussa T. challenged a law allowing witnesses not to swear an oath in court, arguing it affects fairness.
- 2He claimed it harms the reliability of testimony and could hurt defendants if witnesses lie.
- 3The court examined whether this practice violates constitutional rights, including a fair trial and equal treatment.




