If there is conflicting information among witnesses, you should

a. let the attorney sort it out in argument.
b. figure out which witness is lying and have her charged with perjury.
c. suggest to your witness how the conflict should be handled.
d. be careful to avoid improper influence.


d

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A. ?California  B. ?Maine C. ?California and Maine D. ?New York

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A. ?witness information cover sheets. B. ?docket control software. C. ?a chain of custody. D. ?expert witnesses.

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