Anyone Ever Testify in Court? - Page 2

Bird mama · ‎03-12-2010

On 1/3/2015 raven-blackbird said:
I have testified twice..............keep your answer short and direct.............................raven

NM - Just noticed that Marp said what I was going to say, before I said it. Good advice.

There are many elements: wind, fire, water
But none quite like the element of surprise

deepwaterdotter · ‎03-09-2010

Only once as a character witness for the defendant. The accused ended up with a life sentence. No one ever asked me to testify again.

Bird mama · ‎03-12-2010

On 1/3/2015 deepwaterdotter said:
Only once as a character witness for the defendant. The accused ended up with a life sentence. No one ever asked me to testify again.

Oh no

There are many elements: wind, fire, water
But none quite like the element of surprise

Madisson · ‎10-13-2011

Preds, thanks for the suggestions. I do tend to run hot and then start dripping. That could be embarrassing! I'll dress in a couple light layers. I'll also think out some responses so I'm not fumbling for words.

raven, short answers? Good idea. I'll be nervous enough. I'm not so worried about her attorney, but the cross examination could be spooky.

sophiamarie, guess I'll find something different to wear! Maybe winter white?? I would not want to be viewed as being dishonest. Good suggestion on my responses.

Sydney, I understand. That's how I am going to feel! ${#emotions_dlg.crying}$

Margo, hmmm...interesting! No black for me! Maybe I could stuff a pillow in my belly area?? ${#emotions_dlg.devil2}$

Some people do drugs. I do shoes....Celine Dion

Madisson · ‎10-13-2011

Marp, Betteb, and Bird Mama, it's those tricky questions by the opposing attorney that worry me! I will definitely not say one more word than I have to. Everyone keeps advising me to listen closely to the questions.

Lotus, a Grand Jury hearing?? ${#emotions_dlg.w00t}$ This won't be that bad, but they have gone past the point of settling out of court. You are correct...some of us are meeting with the attorney on Monday so he can prep us.

Deepwaterdotter, Oh, my ${#emotions_dlg.crying}$ Well, that's one way of getting out of being asked to be a witness in the future!

Some people do drugs. I do shoes....Celine Dion

gidgetgh · ‎03-09-2010

I've testified twice, for work related things at my former job. I had to travel out of state for both hearings. I was sooooooooooooo nervous, but I did great both times. The first was the worst. The courtroom was packed. Lots of hearings, place was filled with lawyers and various witnesses. Very surreal experiences though. Kind of out of body.

Why is it, when I have a 50/50 guess at something, I'm always 100% wrong?

brewhaha · ‎07-25-2010

I pled the fifth.

Yahooey · ‎07-09-2010

I never testified in a trial but was in a deposition. Speak slowly, clearly and concisely. Don't rush through words or mumble. Good luck. I did not want to be called as a witness. Was relieved when he plead guilty.

Madisson · ‎10-13-2011

Gidget, twice?? I'm hoping never to have to do this again! I'm glad you did well though. Hope I do half as well.

Brewhaha, ${#emotions_dlg.laugh}$

Yahooey, I'll have to remember to speak slowly...and to breathe! When I get nervous, I speak faster and kind of hold my breath. Thanks for the tips!

Some people do drugs. I do shoes....Celine Dion

september · ‎03-09-2010

I only got as far as the deposition. The case never went to trial, but the advice I got for the deposition is similar to what's already been posted here. Keep your answers brief. Just answer the question you've been asked.