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The circumstances under which one would have to testify in court will vary according to the jurisdiction. In the English courts a witness needs to be cross examined, so that if their testimony is key to the case, they can be subpoenaed. This compels them to attend court and testify.
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Can you testify in superior court if not subpoena'd?
No, not unless you are subpoeana'd by one side or the other. A person can voluntarily testify without being subpoenaed as long as one party or another calls the person as a witness. Expert witnesses are hired to testify in court; therefore they also testify without being subpoenaed.
Is it against the law to lie to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?
Trick question? You could be charged with perjury in federal court under (18 USC § 1623) for making a false material statement (or for providing fake documents) if you contradict previous testimony you've given under oath before a court or grand jury, and if the government can prove one of the statements made was deliberately false. If found guilty of perjury, a felony, you could be fined or sentenced to prison for not more than five years, or both.However, with the exception of disputes between the States, the US Supreme Court only hears cases under its appellate jurisdiction. Appeals are not trials, so witnesses don't testify in Court. If you don't testify before the Chief Justice under oath, it's entirely possible to lie without committing a crime. It's difficult to imagine the circumstances under which you might have an opportunity to do this, though.
Does a fact witness have a right NOT to testify in court?
No. No one has the right to impede justice. If they have information that is material and relevant to the case, they do not have the option to withhold it. They may be questioned as a "hostile witness" or they may be ordered by the judge to testify. If they refuse they can be held in contempt of court and jailed and/or fined.
Can a family law attorney speak for you in court?
In court, the attorney will present and argue your case. However, you must speak for yourself or remain silent. No one else can testify for you.
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."
Can married testify against each other in drug court?
In some states, married spouses cannot be forced to testify against one another, HOWEVER - they are not forbidden from doing so if they voluntarily wish to do so.
What is a Forensic Firearms Examiner?
Answer:Not being an expert in the language of the courts, this answer will be from a layman's standpoint, and therefore subject to improvement by those better qualified.Basically, the term "forensic" means "of or pertaining to the court."This term, when used in front of the name of one discipline or another, indicates that the individual with that title is a specialist in the named field, and due to education, training, and experience, can be considered to be in that upper echelon of the field such that the court(s) deem him/her to be an "expert"under the rules of the court, and therefore qualified to testify as to his/her "opinion" regarding the meaning of evidence.Ordinary witnesses as to facts in a case are not allowed to testify as to their opinions, while a recognized expert IS allowed to testify as to his/her opinion. The key word here is opinion.Therefore, a Forensic Firearms Examiner would be one who, based on his/her education, training, and experience in the examination and analysis of firearms, is qualified to testify in a court of law regarding his/her opinion as to a variety of points relating to firearms.
What is a firearm examiner?
Answer:Not being an expert in the language of the courts, this answer will be from a layman's standpoint, and therefore subject to improvement by those better qualified.Basically, the term "forensic" means "of or pertaining to the court."This term, when used in front of the name of one discipline or another, indicates that the individual with that title is a specialist in the named field, and due to education, training, and experience, can be considered to be in that upper echelon of the field such that the court(s) deem him/her to be an "expert"under the rules of the court, and therefore qualified to testify as to his/her "opinion" regarding the meaning of evidence.Ordinary witnesses as to facts in a case are not allowed to testify as to their opinions, while a recognized expert IS allowed to testify as to his/her opinion. The key word here is opinion.Therefore, a Forensic Firearms Examiner would be one who, based on his/her education, training, and experience in the examination and analysis of firearms, is qualified to testify in a court of law regarding his/her opinion as to a variety of points relating to firearms.
One of your employees has been subpoenaed to testify in court. it is illegal for you as an employer to tell this employee to use vaccinations or personal time to comply with the court's request?
Meant to say vacation not vaccinations
What does it mean for a statute of limitation to stop?
Statute of limitations are tolled under certain circumstances. One of the most common is if the person leaves the jurisdiction of the court, such as moving to another state.
If you get wubpoenaed to testify and the person is your daughters father do you have to answer questions?
If your relationship with one another doesn't fall under the legally protected status of "husband and wife" (including common-law marriage) then, yes, you can be compelled to testify against him.
If you are sent a subpoena to testify against your husband and you were one of the victims are you legally obligated to do so?
If subpoenaed, I believe so. If you refuse to show you will be held in contempt by the court.
