Typically, Judges do NOT 'give testimony', even though their comments during the proceedings can seem as if it is 'testimony'. Judges, though, do bring their opinion and experience to administering the law. If Judges overstep the boundaries governing their courtroom behavior, either side can appeal or bring up Judicial charges against him.
NOTE: Always contact an attorney in your local area to confirm the Laws in your State and jurisdiction and to obtain legal advice.
No. not in my experience. If you were able to legally "represent" yourself you wouldn't be in need of a guardian. From the question I have to assume that you are not yet legally an adult. Depending upon your age though, you will be able give testimony and the judge or hearing officer, will listen, and give weight to, your comments and feelings.
yes people under 18 can testify if their testimony is germaine to the case being heard and the judge permits it.
"ALL RISE!! The Circuit Court of Mercer County. The Honorable Kristen Taylor is presiding." Swearing in of Witness: "Do you promise the testimony you are about to give will faithfully and truthfully conform to the facts and rules of the facts and rules of the mock trial competition?"
Yes. After considering all the testimony the judge can render a decision that the trip is in the best interest of the child.Yes. After considering all the testimony the judge can render a decision that the trip is in the best interest of the child.Yes. After considering all the testimony the judge can render a decision that the trip is in the best interest of the child.Yes. After considering all the testimony the judge can render a decision that the trip is in the best interest of the child.
They hang him because he refused to give judge Danforth the testimony that he had signed stating his confession.
This is probably just a note in the written record about who was at the hearing. In this case, a "vocational expert," (i.e., an expert in job-related issues) was at the hearing, but did not give testimony (i.e., did not speak or provide a written statement).
Yes. Mental health laws and state statutes provide that any concerned party may give testimony at a competentcy hearing.
You must travel to the appropriate court and file a motion for a hearing before a judge. The judge will hear evidence to support your request and render a decision. If the child's parent(s) wishes to give you temporary custody then it can be finalized through the court with both parties present for the hearing.
If you wish to, or are required to give testimony, yes, you will be sworn to tell the truth. If you can demonstrate you cannot morally swear, there is a mechanism called 'affirmation', but it is extremely rare.
No, as they should have no applicable information that would be useful in the case. Plus, they can easily be manipulated by a parent to give false testimony.
A trial with no jury (aka Trial by Judge or Bench Trial) is where the judge will act as the trier of fact and law. Basically, the presiding judge will determine what facts to believe and render a decision based on his view of the facts. The judge will generally hear the witnesses, go over the evidence, and give the weight and credibility of the evidence as he/she sees fit.
A trial with no jury (aka Trial by Judge or Bench Trial) is where the judge will act as the trier of fact and law. Basically, the presiding judge will determine what facts to believe and render a decision based on his view of the facts. The judge will generally hear the witnesses, go over the evidence, and give the weight and credibility of the evidence as he/she sees fit.