Examination-In-Chief
/ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən ɪn ˈtʃiːf/
Definitions
- (n.) The initial stage of witness testimony in a trial where the party who called the witness questions them to elicit evidence supportive of their case.
During the examination-in-chief, the lawyer asked the witness to describe what they saw at the scene.
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- examinations-in-chief
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Commentary
Use non-leading questions during examination-in-chief to ensure admissibility and avoid objections.
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