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A quick definition of Taking the Fifth:

Term: Taking the Fifth

Definition: When someone says they are "taking the Fifth" or "pleading the Fifth," it means they are using their right to not say anything that could get them in trouble. This is a right that is protected by the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution. This can happen when someone is being questioned by the government or during a trial. If someone chooses to not testify in their own defense, the prosecution cannot say anything bad about them for doing so. This rule applies to all states in the United States.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: “Taking the Fifth" or “pleading the Fifth” means using the right against self-incrimination under the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution. This means that a person can choose to remain silent when questioned by government investigators or decline to testify in their own defense during a trial. The prosecution cannot use this decision against them, and a jury cannot assume guilt based on this decision.

Example: If a person is being questioned by the police about a crime they may have committed, they can choose to “take the Fifth” and not answer any questions. This means they are using their right to remain silent and not incriminate themselves. Another example is if a person is on trial for a crime, they can choose not to testify in their own defense. The prosecution cannot use this decision against them, and the jury cannot assume guilt based on this decision.

These examples illustrate how “taking the Fifth” protects a person from being forced to say something that could incriminate them. It is an important right that ensures a fair legal process.

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Nah, the fucked up thing about therapists is they try and make you think your parents are your enemy 99% of the time and really they should be telling you that your parents have almost no effect on the rest of your life. If they can get you to keep focusing on your parents they can keep making money.
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no way they want four pages that’s crazy
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bitches wanna be different sooo bad 😴
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Technically they want 3 to be completely fair to the powers that be, so I'm really trying to push out to 3
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But it's 1/2 inch margins
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assuming it was 2 already, you’ve totally got 3 double spaced pages in you
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should I watch the quirky umich dean videos? i feel like all of you have seen them except me but I can’t work up any enthusiasm for the idea
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