An attorney is permitted to ask the deponent questions in a deposition that could not be asked at trial because these questions seek evidence that is not admissible.

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During a deposition, attorneys are permitted to ask a wider range of questions that may seek evidence that is not admissible in court. This is because the purpose of a deposition is to gather information and evidence prior to trial, rather than to present evidence in court.

An Attorney Is Permitted to Ask the Deponent Questions in a Deposition