These letters are a controversial element used in court systems across Australia, and some survivors of sexual violence and abuse are now campaigning to get rid of a perpetrator's ability to use them.

Witnesses who are called to give character evidence during a trial are sworn in under oath and can be cross-examined. However, character references are submitted after a guilty verdict or plea but ...

'A wonderful heart': Character witnesses take stand for defense in Hertel & Brown trial Lawyers for Julie A. Johnson, first of three defendants to begin case at federal trial, present a witness on ...

LETTER | Making court process less ... Published: Jul 10, 2024 11:47 AM. ⋅. Updated: 6:44 AM. LETTER ... Children currently benefit from special measures in the Evidence of Child Witness ...

Lisa Ann Stephens was one of six character witnesses called Tuesday by Sanders' defense. She said she has known him for 26 years, since they worked at a local McDonald's together decades ago.

I’m your character witness! The best one you’ve got.” After Hylton spoke, Friedman heard from additional witnesses who spoke in Sutton’s favor, including former DC Police Chief Peter Newsham.

'A wonderful heart': Character witnesses take stand for defense in Hertel & Brown trial Lawyers for Julie A. Johnson, first of three defendants to begin case at federal trial, present a witness on ...