Under general principles of criminal evidence, which statement accurately describes the competence and compellability of an accused person at their own trial?

The notes recognize the accused as a competent defence witness, preserve the accused’s control over whether to testify, and state that cross-examination may include incriminating questions about the offence charged. The prosecution cannot require the accused to take the witness stand under the stated rule. **Key takeaway:** Competency to testify does not mean compellability. **Glossary:** Cross-examination: questioning of a witness by the opposing party.