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Showing 741–750 of 26171 articles for “Art. 4 B”
Witnesses give oral evidence. However, they may, exceptionally, be assisted by documents with the permission of the chairman.
The confession, like any piece of evidence, is left to the free appreciation of the judges.
When a witness is deaf and dumb or does not speak sufficient French, the provisions of articles 407 and 408 are applicable.
The court, either of its own motion or at the request of the public prosecutor, the civil party or the accused, may order any transport useful for the determination of the truth. The parties and their…
…a reason for excuse recognised as valid and legitimate, the court may, on the application of the public prosecutor or even of its own motion, order that the witness be immediately brought before it b…
Written evidence may not result from correspondence between the accused and his lawyer.
Before hearing witnesses, the chairman questions the accused and receives his statements.
After each statement, the president and, under the conditions provided for in Article 442-1, the public prosecutor and the parties shall ask the witness any questions they consider necessary. The witn…
…ercise of his duties and has reported on a matter within his competence what he has seen, heard or observed personally. Any record of questioning or hearing must include the questions answered.
…s to appear or refuses either to take the oath or to give evidence may, on the application of the public prosecutor, be fined €3,750 by the court..
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