Write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas:
•Describe and explain the roles of the different types of witnesses, such as the following:
◦Lay witnesses
◦Expert witnesses
◦Law enforcement witnesses
•How important are witnesses with regard to the prosecution’s case during a trial? Explain.
•How important are witnesses with regard to the defense’s case during a trial? Explain. ◦How does the role of witnesses used for the prosecution differ from that of witnesses used for the defense? Explain.
•What qualifications do you think should be necessary for a witness to be considered an expert? Explain.