All objection scenarios
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Counsel suggests the answer in a DV protective-order hearing
A protective order hearing. The petitioner's attorney is conducting direct examination of their own client.
Hearing transcript
- 01Q:On the night of March third, when the respondent came home, you felt unsafe in your own house, didn't you?
Question
What objection should you make?