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Why is "pleading the fifth" whether you are guilty or not a smart move?

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So you don't incriminate yourself by accidentally saying something that could be used against you.
This warning is given in the Miranda Rights as well... "You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law..."

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