Rule 90.501 Privileges recognized only as provided

In Florida courts, people generally cannot refuse to testify or hide information just because they want to. If you are called as a witness, you must show up and answer questions. If you have documents or objects related to the case, you must turn them over.

There are some exceptions to this. Certain laws, including Florida statutes and the U.S. and Florida Constitutions, give people specific rights to keep some information private. Common examples include the right not to testify against yourself or the right to keep conversations with your lawyer private. Outside of those specific protections, though, you cannot block someone else from testifying or sharing information either.