This event encourages students to improve their ability to properly understand and qualify an industry professional as a testimonial expert witness in a court of law.
Qualifying an Expert Witness JPQE
The Qualifying an Expert Witness event places competitors in a courtroom setting. Participants will review a potential expert witness's resume and credentials, aiming to qualify them as an expert through questioning.
Objectives
Review the criminal case prior to competition. Review the expert witness' CV or Resume prior to competition. Make notes on a single 3"x5" notecard. Both front and back may be utilized. Nothing else can be brought into the competition.
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Court Systems and Practices
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