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Difference between revisions of "Pleading Not Guilty and Criminal Trials (1:VII)"

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==== b) Preparing a witness ====
==== b) Preparing a witness ====
Defence counsel should thoroughly prepare witnesses for trial. A witness must tell the truth as he or she knows it, but prior rehearsal of possible questions and answers is advised. All answers should address the specific questions asked. Witnesses should be appropriately dressed.  
 
The Defence/accused should thoroughly prepare witnesses for trial. A witness must tell the truth as he or she knows it, but prior rehearsal of possible questions and answers is advised. All answers should address the specific questions asked. Witnesses should be appropriately dressed.


==== c) Testimony of witness ====
==== c) Testimony of witness ====