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What can I expect in the courtroom?

October 09, 2024

The judge, the defendant, the defendant’s attorney, you (the victim), witnesses and the assistant district attorney in the case will be present in the courtroom. When you are called to testify, you will be sworn to tell the truth. The assistant district attorney will ask you what you know about the case. When questioning is complete, the defendant’s attorney will then ask you questions about the case. The judge will only want to hear the facts pertaining to this particular case. Usually, witnesses (including the crime victim) will be directed to leave the courtroom during the testimony of other witnesses.