What is a deposition?

A deposition is a legal procedure used in civil lawsuits in Indiana. It is a way for attorneys to ask questions of a witness and record their responses. During a deposition, the witness is placed under oath and the questions and answers are recorded in a transcript. Depositions can be held in a variety of different locations, such as in the office of the lawyer taking the deposition, in the office of the lawyer who is representing the witness, or even in a court reporter’s office. The point of a deposition is to allow attorneys to learn more about the case and the parties involved by asking questions of witnesses. Attorneys may ask the witness about facts that are relevant to the case and they may also use the deposition to attempt to discredit their opponent’s witnesses. It is important to note that during a deposition the witness does not testify alone. Attorneys for both sides are present and the lawyer taking the deposition may ask questions about the witness’s testimony and may object to certain questions. Other parties involved in the case may also be present at a deposition. For example, parties to the lawsuit, or even the judge who is overseeing the case, may be present at the deposition. This allows them to monitor the deposition and ask questions as needed.

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