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A '''cross-examination''' is the questioning in [[court]] of a witness produced by the other side.  The ability to test the evidence of one's accusers is a fundamental part of [[natural justice]].   

A '''cross-examination''' is the questioning in [[court]] of a witness produced by the other side.  The ability to test the evidence of one's accusers is a fundamental part of [[natural justice]].   

In a cross examination, the attorney will typically attempt to discredit points made by the witness during their direct examination by presenting them with [[leading questions]] that require a yes or no answer.  A lawyer may not advance any theory of a case in court if they have not first given a witness the opportunity to deny such a theory.   

In a cross examination, the attorney will typically attempt to discredit points made by the witness during their direct examination by presenting them with [[leading question|leading questions]] that require a yes or no answer.  A lawyer may not advance any theory of a case in court if they have not first given a witness the opportunity to deny such a theory.   

==See Also==

==See Also==