State v. Hall

Testifying, pursuant to subpoena, before a grand jury investigating price-fixing practices in violation of state antitrust laws, the respondent, George Hall, was asked:

“Q. Would you give a firm denial to any bid rigging from 1960 through 1972? In other words, no, I did not participate in any bid rigging during that time?”

Respondent sought and secured a recess so that he could consult with his attorney. He returned to the grand jury room to state, “I desire to take the fifth amendment.” He was not required nor compelled to answer the question. It was left unanswered.

Thereafter, the respondent…