Larrabee v. Sachs

Defendant appeals by leave granted an order compelling him to appear for the taking of his deposition in this paternity proceeding. Defendant contends that the proceeding is quasi-criminal in nature and, therefore, the order forcing him to be a witness against himself before trial is invalid because it is a violation of due process and his constitutional right against self-incrimination. We disagree and affirm.

Parties in civil proceedings may obtain discovery regarding any matter, not privileged, that is relevant to the subject matter involved in the pending action. MCR 2.302. After…