1. By: The Mock Trial Class of 4B
Direct Examination 3
By:
The Mock Trial Class of 4B

2. If a witness forgets something important to the case, you can show him/her a written version of what they say to judge their memory.
If reading it does not jog the witnesses memory, you may read it out loud.
Refreshing Memory

3. 5.14 Anticipate Cross-Examination and Judge’s and Jurors Questions
Why should you anticipate?
Lessen impact of cross
Preserves your credibility
Help witness with atmosphere
What should you anticipate?
Impeachment
Facts that limit witness testimony
Limiting testimony
Order effects-the order in which information is disclosed
Questions from the judge and jurors
5.14 Anticipate Cross-Examination and Judge’s and Jurors Questions

4. Put direct outlines in order of how you call them
Create a witness folder for each witness
Prepare the direct examination outlines for each witness
The Q&A method
The checklist method
5.15 Trial Notebook

5. Explain new matters raised for the first time in cross
Can correct mistakes and clarify faulty impressions created in cross
Can explain the reason for prior inconsistent statements, and rebut fabrications
5.16 Redirect Examination

6. Weak introduction
Too long, too detailed
No word pictures
Not enough exhibits and visual aids
Not enough focus on key disputed facts
Weak ending
Not anticipating cross examination
Not enough witness preparation
5.17 Common Problems