Glossary – EY Terms

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(n.) A person who personally observes an event, especially a crime or accident, and may provide firsthand testimony in legal proceedings.
The eyewitness identified the suspect in court.

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Eyewitness testimony is critical evidence but can be subject to scrutiny due to reliability concerns in legal proceedings.

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(n.) A statement given by a person who directly observed an event, typically used as evidence in legal proceedings.
The jury relied heavily on the eyewitness testimony to determine the defendant's guilt.

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Commentary

Eyewitness testimony is often scrutinized for reliability and may be challenged through impeachment or corroboration strategies during trials.

Glossary – EY Terms