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Witnesses
I. THE PURPOSE OF WITNESSES
In trial litigation, testimonial evidence (that given by people under oath) is generally one of the more
useful means of proof. Of course, the testimony of any witness is subject to attack for its credibility,
veracity, or sometimes even admissibility.
Keep in mind that witnesses can and do serve a useful purpose to the investigator outside
of the courtroom as well. Most witnesses provide information, leads, and other insights into
the case as a whole, without ever testifying in court. Investigators see the value of witnesses in
diverse ways:
Identication of suspects.•
Narration of facts a ...