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badgering the witness

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A quick definition of badgering the witness:

Badgering the witness is when a lawyer asks a lot of mean or repetitive questions to a witness during a trial. This can make it hard for the witness to answer truthfully and can be distracting. If the opposing lawyer thinks the questions are too mean or distracting, they can object and ask the judge to stop it. Sometimes the judge will agree and tell the lawyer to stop. Even if the judge doesn't agree, it's not a good idea for a lawyer to badger a witness because it can make the jury not like them.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Badgering the witness is when a lawyer asks a witness too many questions that are argumentative, rude, or repetitive during cross-examination. This can be distracting and prevent the witness from giving accurate information.

Example: If a lawyer repeatedly asks a witness the same question in a loud and aggressive tone, such as "Are you lying to us?" or "Why can't you remember?", this could be considered badgering the witness. Another example is when a lawyer asks a witness to make conclusions from the facts instead of just stating the facts, such as "So, you must have been the one who stole the money, right?"

Explanation: Badgering the witness can be disruptive and prevent the witness from giving accurate information. Lawyers should ask questions in a respectful and clear manner to get the facts they need. When a lawyer badgers a witness, it can make the witness feel uncomfortable or defensive, which can affect their testimony. It is important for lawyers to avoid badgering the witness to ensure a fair trial.

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[] baddestbunny
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guys. my notre dame address just went long is this good or bad
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Idk if gender roles are gunna fix that then.
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also jazzy my ndls address went long ages ago i sadly do not think it means anything
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