Lesson 8 Flashcards
1
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Lay Witness
A
A lay witness is allowed to give testimony on his perception as a witness.
2
Q
Expert Witness
A
An expert witness is someone possessing special or peculiar knowledge in a field.
3
Q
Lay Witness Testimony Rule
A
A witness called to the stand to give direct evidence (i.e. firsthand or eyewitness testimony) is restricted to describing relevant facts about which the witness has knowledge. The witness ordinarily cannot state opinions or conclusions drawn from his observations.
