Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

While giving eye witness testimony, is a lawyer allowed to ask if an individual was on drugs or has used drugs?


Asked on 10/10/10, 7:21 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Kendall Horween Kendall L. Horween, P.A.

Yes, a lawyer may ask a witness when the last time they had used alcohol of drugs prior to observing the event in questions. The question goes to the witness' ability to perceive, understanding, and recall the event.

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Answered on 10/16/10, 5:49 am


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