CALIFORNIA EVIDENCE: CIVIL AND CRIMINAL
...Method of Exam: Direct Exam
......Leading Questions
.........Defined
5 Cards On This Topic:
  • Leading question suggests desired answer.
  • Examples cited by D in support of prosecutorial misconduct claim showed "nothing more than the normal process of questioning and objections at trial."
  • Leading question permissible on direct exam when it serves to stimulate or revive witness's recollection.
  • That V answers 'yes' does not mean DA's question was leading so as to require defense counsel's objection.
  • Not every question requiring "yes" or "no" answer is leading.