Discuss some of the reasons that support the argument that a judge should not be allowed to testify at a trial he is presiding over.
What will be an ideal response?
Student responses should include the impact such testimony would have on the judge’s ability to be impartial, that no one would be available to rule on objections that arise during his or her testimony, that lawyers would be reluctant to aggressively question the judge, and the judge’s testimony would carry significantly more weight to the jury and would prejudice the jury.
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Fill in the blanks with correct word
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What is a secure hospital?
What will be an ideal response?