All objection scenarios
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Leading question on cross-examination
Custody trial. The respondent's mother is testifying as a fact witness for the respondent. The petitioner's attorney begins cross-examination.
Hearing transcript
- 01Q:Now, Mrs. Reid, isn't it true that over the past year you've spent most weekends at your son's house when the children were there?
Question
What objection, if any, should you make?