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Leading Question
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A question which suggests an answer; usually answerable by yes or no.
A question which suggests an answer; usually answerable by "yes" or "no".
For example: "Did you see David at 3 p.m.?"
These are forbidden to ensure that the witness is not coached by their lawyer through his or her testimony.
The proper form would be: "At what time did you see David?"
Leading questions are only acceptable in cross-examination or where a witness is declared hostile.