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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. |
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Revision as of 03:04, March 1, 2013
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.