CHILDREN AND THE LAW
...The Child Witness
......Cross-examination by Defendant
2 Cards On This Topic:
  • Reversal required where D was denied an opportunity to effectively cross-examine child b/c she did not answer 100s of counsel's questions, including 150 seeking substantial information on important issues.
  • No abuse of discretion in refusing to strike abuse V's direct testimony where, though evasive and not fully responsive, she did not completely or partially refuse to be subjected to cross-exam.