yes people under 18 can testify if their testimony is germaine to the case being heard and the judge permits it.
The word is "testimony."
If under 18 yes, although it may be hard if it all depends on her testimony and she doesn't want to.
Highlander - 1992 Testimony 3-18 is rated/received certificates of: Argentina:13
In some cases 18. Children's testimony is often not allowed as hearsay. If a child needs to give testimony it is usually via a therapist or guardian ad litem.
"Will you promise to tell the truth when you give your testimony?"
If you are under 18, you are still a minor whether you have a child of your own or not.
The witness gave his testimony.Her testimony about the murderer put him in prison for life.
Sign WHAT? Young children (as young as 7 in some jurisdictions) are legally capable of giving testimony in court. Any child old enough to be capable of understanding the concept of right and wrong can give credible testimony. The strength and reliability of their testimony will be judged by the jury during their deliberations.
A writ requiring appearance in court to give testimony is called a subpoena.
A:Witnesses who hold religious beliefs are invited to give their testimony under oath, to remind them of the solemnity of their evidence and the absolute requirement to answer truthfully. Those who, for any reason, do not wish to answer under oath can make an affirmation, which has exactly the same legal standing as an oath.
When you give testimony under oath, you promise to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. You cannot lie or omit anything from your story. If you do lie, you will be found in contempt of court and punished for perjury. The attorneys from both sides will likely ask you questions to let the jury know what you know.
Corroborating a testimony means providing additional evidence or testimony that supports or confirms the validity of the original testimony. It helps to strengthen the credibility and reliability of the original testimony by showing that it is consistent with other information or accounts.