Direct examination of witnesses is done by:
A)prosecution counsel only.
B)defense counsel only.
C)both prosecution and defense counsel.
D)the judge.

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Direct examination of witnesses is conducted by both prosecution and defense counsel. The purpose of direct examination is to elicit testimony from a witness that is favorable to the party who called the witness. Both sides have the opportunity to examine their own witnesses and ask leading questions. The judge typically does not conduct direct examination.

Direct Examination of Witnesses Is Done By