2007-03-15 07:41:39 · 8 answers · asked by szumbaugh 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Yes, private investigators can testify in court. Of course, they are subject to the same rules as all other witnesses (e.g., no hearsay unless it falls under an established hearsay exception like impeaching another witness's testimony).
2007-03-15 07:46:28 · answer #1 · answered by Heather Mac 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes - they can be witnesses just like anyone else since they have personal knowledge. There would be no point in hiring a PI for a court case if they could not later testify to their findings. They can be attacked in all the same ways as other witnesses also on cross-examination.
2007-03-15 08:08:29 · answer #2 · answered by EthanHunt 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the own investigator can testify to the chain of custody for the DNA pattern, then the DNA attempt may nicely be admissible. in spite of the undeniable fact that, the courtroom will likely order an self sufficient attempt for verification.
2016-12-02 01:31:31 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure the PI is credible, or else the opposing attorney will eat him for dinner in court.
2007-03-15 07:51:34 · answer #4 · answered by withluv7 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they are registered as such, their word in court is just as good as that of a police officer.
2007-03-15 07:46:41 · answer #5 · answered by Kevin A 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes because they will help prove your case and show the reason why
2007-03-15 07:49:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they can and are on a daily basis
2007-03-15 07:46:14 · answer #7 · answered by tallerfella 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
some of them smell real bad but I am sure they can get in.
2007-03-15 07:45:22 · answer #8 · answered by Paladin 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋