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Generally speaking, a witness.
They can be a witness for the defense or a witness for the prosecution in a criminal case.
They can be a witness for the defense or a witness for the plaintiff in a civil case.
If they are testifying in behalf of someone they would rather be testifying against, they are called a "hostile witness."
NOTE: This question would be better to have been asked under the Legal or Law category so I will move it there.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 10y agoSomeone 'on the stand' is a witness in court, giving testimony.
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What do you call a person who saw a crime?
a witness
What do you call a person who gives evidence in a court?
Witness
What do you call a person who discover who committed a crime?
a witness
What do you call a person who is present when an event occurs?
A witness.
Who does Atticus call Miss on the witness stand?
Atticus calls Mayella Ewell "Miss Mayella" on the witness stand as a sign of respect and courtesy. This reflects his approach of treating everyone, even those on the opposing side, with decency and understanding.
What do you call A person who usually witnesses?
a witness of Jehovah cos that is the only religion one will be identified with once you start preaching.
What do you do first is you witness a person pass out?
Check if they are conscious. If the person is not conscious, call (better yet have someone else call) 911 or the local emergency number.
What is perjury on the witness stand?
Perjury on the witness stand is when a person intentionally lies while under oath in a court of law. It is a serious offense that can result in criminal charges and penalties for the individual who committed perjury.
What do you call a person who can't stand stains?
a female dog
What do you call the person in court who got attacked by the criminal?
The "VICTIM" - the "COMPLAINANT" - the "COMPLAINING WITNESS" - the "DECEASED" - ETC.
What to do when you witness abuse in care home?
If you witness an elder being abused call the helpline 1-800-677-1116.
Can you recall a witness to the stand?
Mayella Ewell
