Introduction
This booklet is for adult witnesses who may be called to give evidence in a court case.
In a criminal court case, witnesses may provide vital information about a possible crime.
In a children's hearing court case, witnesses may have important information about a child's welfare.
Nobody finds it easy to do something for the first time and you may be anxious about being a witness.
This booklet will help answer some of the questions you may have and will help you understand what happens at court.
The booklet will also tell you who can help you and what support may be available to you as a witness.
A glossary of some of the words used in court proceedings can be found at the back of this booklet.