Isn’t an affidavit considered ‘testimony’?
Well in person testimony is subject to cross examination. So there’s a difference.
Gateway pundit does that crap on purpose.
Yes.
it’s a written statement of fact, made under oath.
so in that regard, yes.
but, unlike verbal/live testimony, it’s not subject to cross X....so in that regard, no.
but since it’s written, seems to me that it is more precise and careful and should be read precisely and carefully
To add onto the other comments, affidavits can be used as evidence in some pre-trial proceedings that don’t involve oral testimony, such as a motion for summary judgment, but they are generally inadmissible at trial because they are hearsay.
Basically, they can be used in hearings where the issue is whether a party has any evidence, but not trials or other evidentiary hearings where a judge or jury has to weigh the evidence and find facts.
Yes, if witnessed signed and especially Notarized. Although not considered in court as a deposition, it carries much weight. That's why my estate papers are irrefutable in probate court law. This lawsuit may have a higher standard, considering the outcome.
Hey legal types. What say you?