Question

Eric, a prosecutor, has prepared a strong case against the defendant, Debra. Eric is presenting the prosecution’s case to the jury. He has called upon a few witnesses to establish Debra’s guilt. He is presently questioning these witnesses. Which step in the criminal trial process is seen in the given scenario?

Answer 1

It is direct examination as the attorney who calls the witnesses is questioning them.

Answer 2

Eric is questioning witnesses he has called upon to testify. so it is direct examination