Giving evidence

Everything said in court is evidence and must be true and relevant to the case.

When answering questions, you should:

• take your time
• tell the truth as it is a crime to lie in court
• only give evidence of what you saw, heard, felt or did - not what other people told you
• answer the questions in your own words
• only give information that was requested
• never answer a question you do not understand - ask the lawyer to repeat or explain the question
• if you don't know the answer or can't remember, say so
• not speculate or give personal opinions unless asked
• ask for a break if needed, but do not discuss your evidence with anyone during this break.