I am to be a witness at my cousin's trial at the end of March. I don't know what to expect from either the defense or the prosecution. His court appointed attorney has only visited my cousin once, and already believes my cousin is guilty. There is a question as to the year in which the offense happened (the prosecution is saying it was 10 years ago, when in fact it was less than that) and I can help prove the true timeline.
2007-02-26 13:45:39 · 10 answers · asked by victoria E. 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Listen I don't mean to scare you, but be ready for the prosecution to pull out any dirty laundry you EVER had, because they want to make you look like you are lying. It is nothing personal, it is just their job. They have to prove their side of the story and to do that they must undermine the defense witnesses. Without a credible witness there is no defense. ANYTHING legal or personal that may have a bearing on the appearance of your character, speak with the attorney now so they know what to prepare for, and just make sure this attorney has the best interest of the client at heart. If not, request another court appointed. Good Luck!
2007-02-26 13:51:36 · answer #1 · answered by cvjade 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
To be pressured into helping your cousin or hurting him. Court appointed attornies are a rare breed. Some are morally bound to do the right thing...others are merely representatives of the court that tries the accused, led to find guilt through rumors and heresay rather than the truth.
2007-02-26 14:05:56 · answer #2 · answered by 35 YEARS OF INTUITION 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your expected to wear the suit speak in a professional manor and dress suitably as in fancier (suit or at least a nice skirt) you should present your self nicely speak clearly look at who your talking to stuff like that if the jury likes you and your telling the truth they will be more apt to believe you also the prosecution is going to basically accuse you of lying or being wrong they will play hard ball so just answer there questions honestly and hold your tongue lol! good luck!!
2007-02-26 14:24:08 · answer #3 · answered by Avaria 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It happen a while ago and in the trial you have to answer the truth the whole truth and nothing but the truth so help your god. If you are not sure because it happen so long ago do not speak.
2007-02-26 14:05:28 · answer #4 · answered by Pablo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't volunteer info, ans. only what is asked, be truthful, don't argue with atty., keep calm, think before answering, if not certain, say don't know, don't remember, gain time to think by saying repeat the question please, and don't talk to any jurors, witnesses, etc. - absolutely no one but the atty. representing your side. Talk slowly . Good luck.
2007-02-26 14:43:31 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell the truth.As much as you can remember,being as it was a decade ago.?? I thought everyone had the riight to a speedy trial.
2007-02-26 13:51:12 · answer #6 · answered by WHEREISJUSTICE 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your expected to tell the truth and everything you know. Hope all goes well.
2007-02-26 13:49:48 · answer #7 · answered by A Journey 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only answer what you're asked and tell the truth.
2007-02-26 13:50:13 · answer #8 · answered by HawkEye 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can expect to be grilled, doubted, and possibly humiliated.
2007-02-26 13:52:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ITS BEST YOU KEEP YOUR MIND CLEAR AND DON'T TRY TO ANSWER QUESTIONS BEFORE THEY ARE ASKED.
LAWYERS CAN TRIP YOU UP WHEN YOU STUDY YOUR TESTIMONY........
DON'T REHEARSE
2007-02-26 13:52:11 · answer #10 · answered by cork 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋