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A decree of judicial separation has the same legal effect as a decree of divorce in rendering a spouse competent to give evidence for the prosecution regarding events that occurred during the marriage.
Answer
False
Explanation
The notes state that a decree of judicial separation is ineffectual for this purpose and that the spouse remains incompetent as described. They distinguish judicial separation from a decree of divorce or nullity. **Key takeaway:** Do not treat judicial separation as equivalent to divorce or nullity under the stated material. **Glossary:** Judicial separation: a formal separation that, according to the notes, does not produce the stated competency effect.
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