I’ve been watching a few trials online and it seems the opposing lawyer always asks the person on the stand if they talked about their testimony with their lawyer before the trial – like it’s a bad thing? I would think it’s common sense to speak to your lawyer about possible questions you could be asked before you testify…..
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Seconding that it’s to show off for the jury. Similarly lawyers can ask if expert witnesses and police officers are being paid for their testimony / how much per hour. They aren’t working for free, but the money may look influential or surprise a jury.
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