156. Knowledge Spectrum – Discipline – CONDUCT OF INQUIRY 73.
218. What is the procedure for recording of evidence by the witnesses?
The statements of the witnesses may be recorded either in narrative form or in question answer form as deemed suitable. Generally, examination in chief may be in narrative form. At times it may even state as under:
The witnesses confirmed the statement given by him during preliminary investigation and said he had nothing more to add and modify.
Cross-examination and re-examination will be in the form of question and answer. It is desirable that the questions and answers are numbered for the sake of easy reference in the written briefs of the PO and charged officer and in the Inquiry report.
Witness will be asked to sign each page of the statement. Copies given to the CO and PO.
219. What is the stage at which the charged officer is asked to lead evidence?
After the case of the disciplinary authority is over, the charged officer will be asked to state his defence. This is only an offer to the delinquent and if the delinquent does not state his/her defence, the inquiry will proceed.
220. What is the order in which the charged officer will present defence?
Charged officer will first present documentary evidence and then lead oral evidence.
221. Can the CO be questioned by PO?
PO can question the charged officer only if he/she presents himself/herself as a witness.
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