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This type of testimony is presented by someone who does the actual fieldwork and does not offer a view in court.
The correct answer is D. Technical testimony. Technical testimony is provided by individuals who performed hands-on technical work - such as collecting evidence, running forensic tools, or conducting examinations - and who testify only about what they did and what they observed (facts), without offering professional opinions
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This type of testimony is presented by someone who does the actual fieldwork and does not offer a view in court.
Options
- ACivil litigation testimony
- BExpert testimony
- CVictim advocate testimony
- DTechnical testimony
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(27 responses)- A4% (1)
- C4% (1)
- D93% (25)
Explanation
Technical testimony is provided by individuals who performed hands-on technical work - such as collecting evidence, running forensic tools, or conducting examinations - and who testify only about what they did and what they observed (facts), without offering professional opinions or conclusions. This contrasts with expert testimony, where a qualified expert is permitted to offer opinions and interpretations based on their expertise. A forensic technician who imaged a hard drive would give technical testimony; a forensic expert who analyzed the results would give expert testimony.
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