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Should a witness's statement be included in the police report?
Absolutely.
Can a defense lawyer subpoena a witness who didn't make a statement to the police?
Yes.
What happens if you witness an accident and leave the scene?
nothing legally, this is more a moral Q; if you think you have a statement that might clarify matters, the police will take it without repercussions.
What is a factor that can be used to impeach a witness?
The most common method of impeaching witness testimony is with a prior inconsistent statement. For example, if a bystander witness watches an accident, she will give a statement to a police officer at the scene. If she told the officer that the traffic light was red, but later testified that the light was green, her statement in the police report could be used to discredit, or impeach, her testimony.
Is the possessive form of witness witness'?
There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns ending in s:Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the word: witness'Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the word: witness'sExamples:The witness' statement was added to the police report. The witness's statement was added to the police report.Note: If you are a student, use the form that is preferred by your teacher.
What is a police interview?
Police have several levels of interviews. In a simple matter, an interview may be a police officer speaking with a witness on the street or at their home. In a serious case, a person may be taken to the police station to be interviewed. When there is a murder, all witnesses will be taken to the police station and have video statements taken. Suspects in crimes will be advised that they have certain rights, such as a right to an attorney before questioning, or the right to remain silent. They may then cooperate and make a statement, or they may refuse to make a statement. if you are a witness to a crime, you should always make a truthful statement to police so that the right person(s) can be held to account.
If you are a witness to a shooting and the shooter is your family what happens if you refuse to talk to police?
You could be charged and prosecuted for Obstruction of Justice.
How do you use the word 'statement' in a sentence?
There were a lot of holes in the suspect's original statement.The bank statement says we are in debt.
If you are drunk can a police take your statement?
Yes. Happens all the time. The fact of a person's intoxication may or may not weigh on the value of the statement taken.
What is the singular possessive form of the word witness?
There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns that end with an s:Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the word:witness'Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the word: witness'sExamples:The witness' statement was added to the police report.The witness's statement was added to the police report.Note: If you are a student, use the form that is preferred by your teacher.Because you will add an S sound to form the possessive, most style guides recommend the apostrophe S rather than the apostrophe alone, especially for common nouns.
Does someone under 18 have to give a witness statement to the police if they dont want too?
No one can be compelled to give a statement to the police, regardless of age. You can be subpoenaed (ordered to appear in court or some other location) to give a statement under oath at a deposition or before a grand jury. If you refuse to respond to the subpoena, you can be held in contempt of court.Added: . . . or if a material witness to a serious offense and refusing to cooperate, risk being charged with 'Obstruction of Justice.'
Can you be charged from a a witneses statement?
When the Police charge a suspect, they require evidence. Without evidence, there is no hope for a conviction at trial. A witness statement is one form of evidence. Clearly having more evidence like video or DNA etc...would strengthen any case. The credibility of the witness, detail o the statement, and number of witnesses all play a factor, but the simple answer is yes, charges can be laid. That doesn't necessarily mean a conviction will be rendered
