“cross examination”

This page shows official legal definitions of “cross examination” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.

Jurisdiction: Australia Australia

The questioning of a witness by the opposing party in a court case.

Source: Law Handbook Glossary (Legal Services Commission of South Australia)
Jurisdiction: United Kingdom United Kingdom

Questioning of a witness by a party other than the party who called the witness.

Source: Criminal Procedure Rules Glossary (The National Archives)