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Will a written statement help in small claims court if the witness cannot appear in court?
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∙ 12y ago
Yes it needs to be signed dated and notorised. Then it will not carry as much weight as a live witness but depending on what the statement says it has the potential to help.
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Can a witness's statement be notarized?
A witness can make written statements of their own recollection and have THEM notarized if they wish, although I am unclear as to what purpose this would serve. A witnesses statement (notarized or not) cannot be substituted for their actual appearance and in-person oral testimony in court. Any oral statements made by a witness to investigating authorities are assumed to be truthful and accurate, and no need exists to notarize the notes that the investigators will take. Witnesses DEPOSITIONS can be notarized, although most depositions are given/taken while under oath anyway.
What happens if you are subpoenaed and do not appear as a witness?
If you are subpoenaed and fail to appear as a witness, you may face legal consequences. The court can hold you in contempt, which can result in fines or even jail time. It is important to take subpoenas seriously and comply with them, but if you cannot for a legitimate reason, it is advised to contact the issuing party or seek legal advice.
Can a witness be punished for changing statement continuously?
No, you cannot.Only against the cops, you can change the statements before the Magistrate if you can prove that your statements recorded were under threat and torture by the police.Added: You can if you wish to. However, depending on whose behalf you are testifying, either the prosecution or the defense will use your changed statements to impeach your veracity thus throwing doubt on your entire testimony.
Who can be an independent witness?
According to the police, an independent witness is someone who is not led by that of a friend or someone who can be influenced by you. For example, if you were verbally assaulted by another and you had 10 friends at your side who witnessed this, their statement cannot be used in a court of law or as evidence. So unjust I know, believe me.... But if you want an independent witness, try someone you don't know.
What happens if you are a witness in court case but cannot attend?
In the United States, witnesses are usually summoned to court via a subpoena, which is an order from the court to appear at the date and time scheduled. If you fail to appear, the court can find you in contempt and issue a warrant for your arrest. Witnesses are required to appear and testify to ensure a fair trial for the accused. If a witness does not testify, critical information won't come into consideration, and an unfair verdict can be rendered.
Can a minor witness a document if the guardian is present?
A minor cannot witness a document. In this case it would be better for the guardian to be the witness.
What happens if a person disobeys what has been written in the affidavit?
An addidavit is a sworn statement of fact. You cannot "disobey" a fact.
What is meant by the statement You cannot teach ethics?
What is meant by the statement You cannot teach ethics?
Can rainbows never appear?
Rainbows cannot appear if there's no rain and sun afterwards. Rainbows root word is rain so for that reason rain has to appear in this event. But sum rainbows can appear in different weather? Rainbows cannot appear with out rain. Rainbows cannot appear with out rain. ----
How to remove a statement on facebook written by someone else?
If the comment is on one of your posts, pictures, or your wall, then you simply click the "x" in the upper right-hand corner of their comment. If the statement is written somewhere else other than on something of yours, you cannot delete it.
How can change your statement address?
I cannot change my statement address myself
What is the difference between an oral and written contract?
Oral contract means they can DODGE the contract. But the written contract they cannot do anything they should do what is in the contract.AnswerSometimes written contracts cannot hold up. It depends on many different things. Oral contracts can sometimes be as good as a written contract if there are witness to the verbal agreement.
