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Being a witness

A witness's role in court cases

As a witness, you may be asked to present evidence in relation to a court case. Find out what to expect if you have been identified as one.

Receiving a Summons to a Witness, subpoena or an order to attend court

You may have to produce documents or attend court to give evidence if you have received a Summons to a Witness, a subpoena, an order to attend court or an order to produce documents.

Get support as a vulnerable witness

If you have been assessed to be a vulnerable witness, you can receive support from trained volunteers arranged by the courts. Find out what to expect.

Going to court as a witness

As a witness attending court, you will need to follow court procedures and practice proper court etiquette. Find out what they are.

Claim expenses: witness in criminal cases

Find out what expenses you can claim and the process to claim expenses when you have to attend court as a witness in a criminal case.
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Last updated on 17 July 20212021/07/17.