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An objection is a formal protest made by a lawyer during a trial or other legal proceeding. It is used to ask the judge to disallow certain evidence or testimony that goes against the rules of evidence or other procedural laws. When an objection is made, the judge will either sustain it (agree with the objection) or overrule it (disagree with the objection). Some common objections include irrelevant evidence, incompetent witnesses, hearsay, and leading questions.
An objection is a formal protest made by an attorney during a trial or other legal proceeding. It is used to indicate that the attorney wants the judge to disallow certain testimony or evidence that would violate the rules of evidence or other procedural law.
When an objection is made, the judge will make a ruling. If the judge agrees with the objection, they will sustain it and disallow the testimony or evidence. If the judge disagrees, they will overrule the objection and allow the testimony or evidence.
Some common objections include:
For example, if a lawyer asks a witness a question that calls for speculation, the opposing lawyer may object. The judge will then decide whether to sustain or overrule the objection.