Why am I a witness? I didn't see the crime occur.

Witnesses are not only "eye witnesses." You may have seen the crime happen or may know something about it. You may also know something about a piece of evidence, or may know something that contradicts another witness's testimony. If you wonder why you are testifying in a particular case, ask the prosecutor handling it; there is probably a common-sense reason.

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1. Why am I a witness? I didn't see the crime occur.
2. Who will be with me in court?
3. How long will I be at court as a witness?
4. As a witness, do I have to talk in front of the defendant in court?
5. What do I do if I can't attend court as a witness on the date stated in the subpoena?