Self-incrimination is the act of exposing oneself generally, by making a statement, "to an accusation or charge of crime; to involve oneself or another [person] in a criminal prosecution or the danger thereof".

What is an example of self-incrimination?

For example, if you are pulled over for suspicion of DUI, if the officer asks whether you've had anything to drink, and you respond that you have, then you've made a self-incriminating statement. ... Your Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination also protects you from being forced to testify at a trial.

What do you mean by self-incrimination?

self-incrimination in American English

(ˈselfɪnˌkrɪməˈneiʃən, ˌself-) noun. the act of incriminating oneself or exposing oneself to prosecution, esp. by giving evidence or testimony.