Do I have to testify in front of the defendant?
The defendant must be present in court to hear what all the witnesses say about him. The lawyer for the defendant is called the defense attorney and will ask you questions after the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney does.

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1. Why am I a witness? I didn't see the crime occur.
2. What if someone threatens me?
3. What if the defense attorney contacts me?
4. Do I have to testify in front of the defendant?
5. Who will be with me in court?
6. How long will I be at court?
7. How many times will I have to appear in court?
8. What if my employer won't let me come to court?
9. I was subpoenaed by the defendant, not the prosecutor. Does this change anything?
10. What if I need an interpreter?
11. Can I get witness fees whether or not I attend on the date stated in the subpoena? What if I can't attend on the date stated in the subpoena?
12. Does the Prosecuting Attorney's Office pay my witness fee? Am I paid in cash?
13. How do I know if my case has been "called off"?
14. Is there a seperate Victim/Witness room ?