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jasdeep_brar

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Which of the following statements about the different types of witnesses is true?
 
  A) Fact witnesses are required to offer their opinions on the case.
  B) Experts assist the judge or jury in understanding specialized technical knowledge and are not permitted to offer opinions.
  C) Police officers may find that their testimonies sometimes straddle the domains of fact and expert witness.
  D) Typically, credentialed specialists in forensic-related fields, such as a medical examiner, crime lab expert, firearms specialist, or forensic psychologist are presented as fact witnesses.

Question 2

When testifying in court, a police officer should ________.
 
  A) Avoid using simple terminology
  B) Avoid using police terminology or slang
  C) Volunteer information over and above the minimum required to answer the question posed
  D) Express opinions during cross-examination by the defense attorney



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B



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