2007-10-15 10:44:02 · 3 answers · asked by Mike 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It's prudent to subpoena them in any event. Hypothetically, the prosecution could subpoena a witness, but not call that witness. Under such circumstance, if you haven't independenly subpoenaed the witness, that witness is under no obligation to appear.
2007-10-16 08:09:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No -- once a witness has been called by either side, both sides are allowed to question the witness.
The subpoena just compels the person to appear as a witness.
2007-10-15 17:53:08 · answer #2 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you want them to testify on your behalf you should subpoena them as well. You/your lawyer will be able to cross examine that person, but they will likely be excused after that testimony. If you also subpoena them on your behalf, they will have to stay until your case is presented.
2007-10-15 18:55:29 · answer #3 · answered by bendypants 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋