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What does it mean to have the right to silence in Australia?
- That court proceedings must be kept private
- That you are not required to answer questions that may incriminate you
- That you cannot be asked questions by police
- That witnesses cannot testify against you
Why this is the correct answer
Australia's right to silence means a person suspected or accused of a crime cannot be compelled to answer questions that could incriminate them. This protection applies during police questioning as well as in court proceedings, and silence cannot be used as evidence of guilt.