Rule 611. Mode and order of interrogation and presentation.
(a) Control by court. - The court shall exercise reasonable control over the mode and order of interrogating witnesses and presenting evidence so as to (1) make the interrogation and presentation effective for the ascertainment of the truth, (2) avoid needless consumption of time, and (3) protect witnesses from harassment or undue embarrassment.
(b) Scope of cross-examination. - A witness may be cross-examined on any matter relevant to any issue in the case, including credibility.
(c) Leading questions. - Leading questions should not be used on the direct examination of a witness except as may be necessary to develop his testimony. Ordinarily leading questions should be permitted on cross-examination. When a party calls a hostile witness, an adverse party, or a witness identified with an adverse party, interrogation may be by leading questions. (1983, c. 701, s. 1.)
Structure North Carolina General Statutes
North Carolina General Statutes
Rule 601 - General rule of competency; disqualification of witness.
Rule 602 - Lack of personal knowledge.
Rule 603 - Oath or affirmation.
Rule 605 - Competency of judge as witness.
Rule 606 - Competency of juror as witness.
Rule 608 - Evidence of character and conduct of witness.
Rule 609 - Impeachment by evidence of conviction of crime.
Rule 610 - Religious beliefs or opinions.
Rule 611 - Mode and order of interrogation and presentation.
Rule 612 - Writing or object used to refresh memory.
Rule 613 - Prior statements of witnesses.
Rule 614 - Calling and interrogation of witnesses by court.