What are the responsibilities of PO during cross examination of Defence Witnesses
18. What are the responsibilities of PO during cross examination of Defence Witnesses? The task of cross examining the defence witnesses involves the following activities: Gathering the background information about the defence witnesses. Anticipating the deposition of the defence witnesses. Observing the examination in chief of the defence witnesses so as to judge the veracity of the statements, involvement/interest of the witnesses and also to object to leading questions. Cross examining the defence witnesses