Can the bailiff be called to the stand as an expert witness?
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I would like to use a law enforcement officer as an expert witness and I'm on a budget. Any law enforcement officer will do...and since the bailiff is already in the courtroom...
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Answer:
Putting on a witness who you haven't interviewed is an EXCELLENT idea. Just assume they're going to say what you want them to say. No problemo. Every state I've ever heard of requires experts to be identified in advance of trial, not just plucked out of the courtroom. But don't look up the rules re experts, dude.
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For Pea Pod's answer to be valid you would have to make a motion to sequester the witnesses. Also, the Bailiff isn't a person that could be sequestered . . . he's the bailiff! Also, police, without more, won't qualify as experts. If you want an expert, like the other person said, you have to hire one. Further, I feel pretty certain that you can't call a bailiff.
itry04
I can think of all sorts of arguments, for and against. Rather than try to figure out those arguments, try arranging for some other cop to attend. There is this thing called a "subpoena." BTW, those who render expert opinions are entitled to be paid for their time.
laughter_every_day
No, the Bailiff working in the court room where the case is being heard cannot serve as your expert witness. Expert witnesses are hired, (you must pay them) ,so there would be no advantage to using the bailiff anyway.
parsnipianna
No, in that case he/she can not. The witnesses are not alowed to be in the court room during the trial.
Pea Pod
No. If you want an expert, you will need to hire one.
jaymes_07
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