Is it a violation of the U. S Constitution for a defense attorney to not cross-examine the witness?

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Timothy Francis

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19 December, 04:27

Is it a violation of the U. S Constitution for a defense attorney to not cross-examine the witness?

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Arjun Lane · Answer 1

The Sixth Amendment provides that a person accused of a crime has the right to confront a witness against him or her in a criminal action. This includes the right to be present at the trial (which is guaranteed by the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure Rule 43). As well as the right to cross-examine the prosecution's witnesses.