# 11 Del. C. § 3501: § Â 3501. Testimony of accused persons

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## Section

- **Citation:** 11 Del. C. § 3501
- **Heading:** § Â 3501. Testimony of accused persons
- **Jurisdiction:** Delaware
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Delaware Code / Title 11 / Chapter 35 / Subchapter I / Section 3501

## Text

Every person who is accused of any crime whatsoever, punishable by the laws of this State, may upon trial before any tribunal established by the Constitution or laws of this State, testify in the person’s own behalf, and may testify for or against any other person jointly tried with the person. A refusal or failure to testify shall not be construed or commented upon as an indication of guilt.

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        3501. Testimony of accused persons.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DE_T11_C35_SI_S3501.md)
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- [11 Del. C. § 3506 § Â
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- [11 Del. C. § 3510 § Â
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- [11 Del. C. § 3511 § Â
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