Course Description
This course discusses the role of the expert witness, the process an expert should follow from collection of digital data to reporting, the act of testifying in court, the rules that govern experts and the do's and don'ts of good testimony.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
Understand and articulate the role of an expert witness
Know the rules that govern expert witness work and testimony
Identify the differences between a consulting expert and a testifying expert
Understand the importance of documentation and strong investigation plans
Feel comfortable with defending your work on a witness stand