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I'm guessing the term you intended to use is voir dire(pronounced "vor deer"), which means "speak the truth." A voir dire examination of a witness determines whether the witness is able and qualified to testify to the information he or she is presumed to have. The examination (actually, questioning of the witness, usually by the attorney on the side opposing the one that called the witness) can call on the witness to recount their education and training, physical abilities, state of sobriety at the time they witnessed the events in question, and other factors that might affect their ability to give a true and accurate account of their observations.
The film My Cousin Vinny includes a memorable example of a voir dire examination. One of the witnesses, an elderly woman named Constance Riley, testifies that she saw the two defendants at the scene of the crime. Their attorney, Vinny Gambini, conducts an in-court demonstration showing that the witness can't see the number of fingers he is holding up when she is half the distance away from Gambini as she was from the defendants when she made her observation. Gambini showed that the witness was unqualified to identify facial features of anyone that far away.
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what is the guideline for expert witness testimony at the court?
The guideline for expert witness testimony at the Court is 'Testifying in Court: Guidelines and Maxims for the Expert Witness'. Stanley L. Brodsky is the author of this book.
Can a resigned cop come to court in be a witness?
Anyone can be called to court to be a witness, including a resigned cop.
How can a witness get out of testifying in court?
Once you are subpoenaed you can not get out of it.
What criteria might be used to establish someone to be an expert witness?
The court decides on whether a witness is qualified as an "expert witness" or not.
How old do you have to be to approach the witness stand?
On witness's statement to investigators - no. On the usability and admissability of them in court - yes.
What tool can the court use to force a reluctant witness to appear for a deposition?
The court can issue a Supoena which orders a witness to appear ; see related link below .
What do you call a person who gives evidence in a court?
Witness
What do you call a person who testifies under oath in court?
A person who testifies against you is often called a "perjurer" or "liar." (wink)AnswerThe opposing party's witnesses are generally called to testify against you. If you are being tried criminally, they are often called "State's witnesses."
Does a witness have to appear for a competency hearing?
Yes. Witnesses are of no value unless they can testify in court as to what they witnessed. Also, if a person has been subpoenaed as a witness they are required to appear.Yes. Witnesses are of no value unless they can testify in court as to what they witnessed. Also, if a person has been subpoenaed as a witness they are required to appear.Yes. Witnesses are of no value unless they can testify in court as to what they witnessed. Also, if a person has been subpoenaed as a witness they are required to appear.Yes. Witnesses are of no value unless they can testify in court as to what they witnessed. Also, if a person has been subpoenaed as a witness they are required to appear.
Can a witness statement be used as evidence in a court of law and is the person who fills out a witness statement subject to purgury?
yes
Can you get paid for being an eye witness?
In some cases, individuals may receive compensation for being an eyewitness, such as through witness fees or reimbursement for expenses related to attending court proceedings. However, this varies by jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the case.
What is a statement in court my witness about what someone has told the witness not what the witness actually saw it's usually not allowed by the judge?
This is hearsay, which is a secondary source of information that is not allowed.
