DELPHI, Ind. (WPTA) – Opening statements have been given, some witnesses have been called to the stand, and emotions are high.
Indiana University Law Professor, Jody Madeira, says the details that come out of the trial from the witnesses could cause trauma they suffered to come back up.
“Any responsible prosecution will talk eventually in the case about trauma and its effect on witness memories,” says Madeira. “Again, these details are also matters that witnesses can look over in anticipation for other questions that may be asked on the stand.”…