Code of Organization and Civil Procedure (Cap. 12)
Code of Organization and Civil Procedure (Cap. 12), article 577
577. (1) Save as otherwise provided in this Code, the
witnesses shall be examined in open court at the trial of the action
and viva voce.
Witnesses may not
be assisted or
advised.
(2) Witnesses may not be assisted or advised by any person.
Oath.
(3) Witnesses shall be sworn previously to their examination,
and the oath shall, unless the law provides otherwise, be
administered to them by the registrar.
Leading or
suggestive
questions.
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