DEMEANOR

By SovConn | July 2, 2014

demeanor.  Outward  appearance  or  behavior,  such  as  facial  expressions,  tone  of  voice,

gestures, and  the  hesitation  or readiness to answer questions. • In  evaluating credibility, the jury

may consider the witness’s demeanor. [Cases: Witnesses    315. C.J.S. Witnesses § 567.] [Blacks Law 8th]

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