Intro to the Study of Language
Expert testimony refers to the statements made by a qualified individual who has specialized knowledge or expertise in a particular field, which is used to help clarify complex issues in legal cases. This type of testimony is crucial in forensic linguistics as it helps courts understand language-related evidence, such as authorship attribution, the meaning of texts, or the interpretation of spoken communication.
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