Asked by allison brockington on May 05, 2024
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Which of the following is a problem with hearsay?
A) The witness reporting the statement may have misunderstood what the person was saying.
B) There is no opportunity to cross-examine the person who actually made the statement.
C) Dying people are unlikely to tell the truth about their cause of death.
D) The witness reporting the statement may have misunderstood what the person was saying, and there is no opportunity to cross-examine the person who actually made the statement.
Hearsay
Evidence based on what the witness has heard someone else say, rather than what the witness has personally experienced or observed, typically not admissible in court.
Cross-Examine
The questioning of a witness in a court of law by the opposing party, after the witness has already been examined by the party calling them.
- Recognize the problems and limitations associated with hearsay in legal proceedings.
Verified Answer
DR
deonni rountreeMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The correct answer is D because it combines both the potential for misunderstanding by the witness and the lack of opportunity to cross-examine the original speaker, which are key issues with hearsay evidence.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the problems and limitations associated with hearsay in legal proceedings.