Can a Chatbot be a Witness? No one can cross-examine a machine. In a criminal trial, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused committed an act prohibited by a criminal statute enacted by the legislature. The jury may consider only the testimony of witnesses subject to cross-examination and properly authenticated physical […]
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Can a Chatbot be a Witness?
February 28, 2026 | Legal AI
Can a Chatbot be a Witness? No one can cross-examine a machine. In a criminal trial, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused committed an act prohibited by a criminal statute enacted by the legislature. The jury may consider only the testimony of witnesses subject to cross-examination and properly authenticated physical […]