I have a subpoena to testify and I am nervous about the defendants lawyer cross-examining me...what ?'s can I expect. It is a breaking and entering case and all he did was walk thru my door...(he didn't break anything)...but he was a real ahole. I am nervous....what kinda ?'s can I expect and I have severe panic attacks lately...BTW my friend was there and also witnessed "it"
2007-12-17 11:23:35 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Only the lawyer knows what questions are going to be asked. Just be truthful, answer the question asked.
2007-12-17 11:29:40 · answer #1 · answered by davidmi711 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's the same technique you have to use before you; take a test, act on stage, speak in front of an audience, go on a first date, play in a sporting event....etc.
It consists of 'centering' yourself, which can be done with prayer, meditation, positive thoughts or whatever works for you. Know that when you testify truthfully, and in a positive manner, you will be believed and seen in a positive light.
They're not there to 'eat' you, they're there to help you. And the lawyer for the other side has a job to do, but, he/she doesn't have anything personal against you either.
Relax. It'll be over at this time tomorrow, and then you can come back and tell us how great you did!
2007-12-17 14:25:36 · answer #2 · answered by Red Velvette KY 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"breaking and entering" literally means an unauthorized entry. They could have gone through an open door and it would still be breaking and entering as long as the perp knowingly knew he/she didn't have permission.
The best advice is to just answer as honestly and confidently as possible. Don't let him back you in a corner. If the defense crosses and brings up new stuff, the DA can redirect and clear it up. Just make sure you sound sure of yourself.
2007-12-17 11:30:32 · answer #3 · answered by Eisbär 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I do understand that you are nervous.I 'll be too. Probably everybody will be in that situation, except seasoned court's veterans. Somebody wrote you that it is like a test , public speech, stage performance that kind of situation. So remember like with tests, it is important to understand questions. Do not answer any question before you are absolutely sure that you know what you have been asked about.
Relax as much as you can, and do not let yourself to be rush into answering something silly. Good luck
2007-12-17 17:23:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please do not worry, if the cross examiner, over steps the mark, he/she will soon be called down if out of order.
Besides you have witnesses, all you can do is to say what happened when you are asked to give account.
Court officials understand you will naturally be nervous, because no one likes to have to go to court.
Don't even worry about what you are going to say. Just answer any questions you are able to when asked, in your own time.
2007-12-17 11:39:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Be honest - MOST IMPORTANT!
2. DON'T volunteer information, but just answer the questions directly that were posed to you. If you can answer the question with a yes or no - then answer it that way.
3. If you're not clear as to the questions, you can ask them to repeat it or re-phrase it.
4. They'll give you a little time to answer the question and to allow you to formulate your response. Again, just be honest.
It's ok to be nervous - just relax and let the court do the work.
Good luck!
Calif Deputy
2007-12-17 11:33:29 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋