This document discusses spousal privilege, which allows spouses to refuse to testify against each other in court. It provides examples of cases where spousal privilege was either allowed or denied. Specifically, it discusses how the privilege applies to communications made during the marriage but not before. It also notes exceptions when a spouse is accused of a crime against the other spouse or children. The document concludes by summarizing interviews with police officers about maintaining work-life balance and not discussing sensitive case details with spouses.