Chapter
The Unbelievable Testimony of a Murder Suspect
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A murder suspect's testimony is called into question due to the moral issue and lack of evidence in the prosecution's case. There is concern that cross-examination may undo him.
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The defense argument in the trial of the murder of Venus Stewart used Ricky as an unsavory young man to discredit his testimony, but this raises a moral issue; could the defense rattle him on cross-examination?
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Legal Proceedings
Summary
The defense argument in the trial of the murder of Venus Stewart used Ricky as an unsavory young man to discredit his testimony, but this raises a moral issue; could the defense rattle him on cross-examination?
ChapterThe Unbelievable Testimony of a Murder Suspect
EpisodeFinding Venus
PodcastDateline NBC
The credibility of a witness's testimony can be called into question if there are inconsistencies or incentives for them to lie or exaggerate, leading to doubts about their trustworthiness.
1:03:54 - 1:06:35 (02:41)
Testimony
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The credibility of a witness's testimony can be called into question if there are inconsistencies or incentives for them to lie or exaggerate, leading to doubts about their trustworthiness. This can be seen in the case of Ricky, who may have been coached in his testimony to avoid charges and gain a plea deal.