Sec. 6.704. TESTIMONY OF HUSBAND OR WIFE. (a) In a suit for dissolution of a marriage, the husband and wife are competent witnesses for and against each other. A spouse may not be compelled to testify as to a matter that will incriminate the spouse.
(b) If the husband or wife testifies, the court or jury trying the case shall determine the credibility of the witness and the weight to be given the witness's testimony.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 7, Sec. 1, eff. April 17, 1997.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 1 - The Marriage Relationship
Subtitle C - Dissolution of Marriage
Chapter 6 - Suit for Dissolution of Marriage
Subchapter H. Trial and Appeal
Section 6.701. Failure to Answer
Section 6.704. Testimony of Husband or Wife
Section 6.705. Testimony by Marriage Counselor
Section 6.707. Transfers and Debts Pending Decree
Section 6.708. Costs; Attorney's Fees and Expenses
Section 6.709. Temporary Orders During Appeal
Section 6.710. Notice of Final Decree