Hi,
What if the witness says one thing and the Steno types something or deletes the sentence itself.
Because, in the previous cross examination we had asked only 3 questions. He answered all the three questions. But when we got the order sheet of that, we were surprised to see that the answere for the first question was missing. The second and third question was regarding dates. The witness had given a particular date for both the questions, but the same was not found in the order sheet.
I know these kind of things do happen. But I have reason to believe that this one happend intentionally and not accidental.
The witness is the investigating officer. He is a position where if he tells the truth, the defence will become weak and if he lies, his mistake will be exposed.
The main witness' mother also works as a clerk in a similar kind of court. I have no doubt that the typist, I.O., Public prosecutor and witness' mother all are involved in this act.
We even requested (orally) to the judge for permission to look at the matter typed once the cross examination was over then and there itself. But the permission was not granted. Even before the cross examination we had this kind of suspicion.
Is there a way to avoid these things from happening. I know witness can be recalled, but I am looking for a better solution.
Regards,
Thank you
