Witness Credibility
/ˈwɪtnəs krɛdəˈbɪləti/
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- (n.) The extent to which a witness's testimony is believed to be truthful and reliable in legal proceedings.
The jury carefully assessed the witness credibility before rendering their verdict.
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Witness credibility is critical in trial settings, often decided by evaluating consistency, demeanor, and corroboration; attorneys strategically challenge it during cross-examination.
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