"I Plead the Fifth"

"I plead the Fifth" is a phrase from the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which grants individuals the right to refuse to answer questions that may incriminate themselves during legal proceedings. When someone "pleads the Fifth," they are choosing not to answer to avoid self-incrimination. This protection ensures that individuals cannot be forced to testify against themselves, maintaining a fundamental principle of fairness in the justice system. It's often used in court or investigations to protect personal rights and prevent self-incrimination.