Union of Democratic Mineworkers.Whats UDM?
The Nottingham miners union
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Union of Democratic Mineworkers.Whats UDM?
Can't believe you fell for that old chestnut.
Deny everything Baldric.Found out today I'm being called as a witness. I gave a really basic statement to police a while back and didn't expect it to reappear to be honest. So a bit of a surprise to find I'm being dragged into it. Can't really see why I'm involved, they must have had better witnesses than me!
Anyone done it? Any tips? Do the legal types give you any advice on what to do before you go in. Do you get to see the proceedings beforehand? Will I get to see the statement I gave?
I've never even seen inside a
courtroom except on TV.
dont get sucked in
Deny everything Baldric.
I got called up many years ago by the prosecution.
Discovered I was sitting next to the accused mates as I waited to give evidence.
Was told to keep everything simple and don’t go into stories, stick to the facts.
Got into the dock and they read out my home address , so because of the nature of the crime I expected a visit from his mates, but thankfully it didn’t happen.
He got sent down for several years.
I doubt I’d do it again to be honest.
You might find it gets canned at the last minute if the accused decides to change his or her plea.
I've done it a few times through work and once in a personal capacity. I never got to see my statement beforehand. You sit in a witness room until you are called as you aren't allowed to watch the trial before you give your testimony. You can sit in the public galley afterwards if you want. The solicitor for whichever side you are giving evidence for will ask you questions. They are on your side so will be friendly and the questions will walk you through the information they want from you. You will then be cross examined by the other side. They might try and give you a hard time depending on what your testimony is about. Most important thing is not to lie or make stuff up as they will catch you out. If you can't remember just say that. I know it can be nerve wracking but just remember, your not the person on trial so there is no negative outcome for you.Found out today I'm being called as a witness. I gave a really basic statement to police a while back and didn't expect it to reappear to be honest. So a bit of a surprise to find I'm being dragged into it. Can't really see why I'm involved, they must have had better witnesses than me!
Anyone done it? Any tips? Do the legal types give you any advice on what to do before you go in. Do you get to see the proceedings beforehand? Will I get to see the statement I gave?
I've never even seen inside a
courtroom except on TV.
Does anybody know why this is necessary? I would have thought giving out that information must put a lot of people off giving evidence.
If it is RIP the opIs it gangland related?
And we wonder why crime is so highIf you don’t want to do it then don’t do it. They can’t force you.