NCJ Number
85977
Date Published
1981
Length
14 pages
Annotation
This pamphlet, designed for persons who may be called as witnesses in court proceedings in South Dakota, answers some questions concerning the courtroom process and briefly explains the criminal justice system as it affects those called to testify.
Abstract
Brief explanations cover South Dakota's unified judicial system and how it works. The pamphlet describes how witnesses are called, how they are to testify, whether they may be in the courtroom before and after testifying, and what compensation they are offered. Suggestions for witnesses and a glossary of court-related terms are included.