Courtroom Testimony 101 [215]
Date: Thursday, March 10, 2016
Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Speakers:
   Elizabeth Matune, Chief Prosecutor, City of Delaware

Track: Legal
Secondary Track: Emergency Preparedness and Response
Session Type: Educational Session
Skill Level: Basic

Description:

First responders often get subpoenas to testify in court and many will not want to testify, due in large part to lack of familiarity. This presentation demystifies the process. The speaker aims his presentation at people such as emergency medical services and non-law enforcement first responders who do not have much (if any) experience testifying in the courtroom. The presenter gives a full overview of what to do and what to expect when you receive a subpoena. The presenter covers why prosecutors want non law enforcement first responders to testify, what information will likely be sought from them, what is admissible in court and why, how to prepare for testifying and the mechanics of testifying.



Learning Objectives:
1. Explain why first responders can be vital witnesses in court; 2. Describe how to prepare for courtroom testimony; 3. Discuss how to provide information effectively in a courtroom setting; and 4. Recall basic court rules for testifying.

CEU Hours:  
  IACET: 0.1
  HRCI: 1
  CLE: 1
  EMS: 1
  BWC Discount Programs: 1

File & Handouts:
215 Handout







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