2007-03-01 09:20:14 · 11 answers · asked by allie d 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
It means one is utilizing the limited protections guaranteed under the 5th amendment (to the US Constitution) against self-incrimination (saying statements that will get yourself convicted).
2007-03-01 09:23:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Fifth Admentment to the Constitution of the United States allows one not to self-incriminate--if you plead the Fifth, you are saying you don't want to say anything that will incriminate yourself (i.e., you are guilty, but don't want to admit it.)
2007-03-01 17:27:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The fifth amendment says this, "No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation. "
Basically, it means you have the right to remain silent. Saying that you "plead the fifth" means you are chosing not to respond.
2007-03-01 17:27:30 · answer #3 · answered by Mommy2006 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Fifth Amendment is the right to remain silent so you don't incriminate yourself.
2007-03-01 17:24:15 · answer #4 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just learned about this a couple of months ago (im in 8th grade). I think it means you have the right to not say anything or something like that? I hope you find ur answer!
2007-03-01 17:25:10 · answer #5 · answered by Britney H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think when yer in court & they ask u a question u kan plead the fifth so u dont hav 2 answer the question.
2007-03-01 17:28:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It means that I will not answer a question on the grounds that could incriminate me or say anything that could convict me.
2007-03-01 17:32:58 · answer #7 · answered by Dave aka Spider Monkey 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It refers to the 5th amendment and not incriminating oneself. You do not have to be a witness against yourself.
2007-03-01 17:27:17 · answer #8 · answered by Krys M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means that you will not say anything to incriminate yourself
2007-03-01 17:24:26 · answer #9 · answered by kelbean 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://caselaw.lp.findlaw.com/data/constitution/amendment05/
Check this link out. It my help you out with this. I think it means to not incriminate yourself.
2007-03-01 17:26:35 · answer #10 · answered by phillibob41 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋