Witness Stand Legal Meaning and Definition

Here is a simplified definition of the legal term Witness Stand.

Witness Stand (noun)

A witness stand is a special place in a courtroom. It's often near the judge. When a person stands here, they promise to tell the truth. This is called "taking an oath." After this, they share what they know about the case. This sharing is called "giving testimony." Lawyers ask the person questions here too. This is called "cross-examining." Sometimes, the judge uses what they learn from the person to make a decision.