Mike wrote:
On Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:28:51 +0100, totallystressed
wrote:

I am shortly facing court as a witness for the prosecution. The
defendant is apparently going to be representing himself and so will
be asking the cross-examination questions.

The offences are harassment and threats to kill.

Has anyone got any tips to help me? All help is much appreciated.

In addition to the advice already given, a good technique is to turn
to the judge and answer questions towards him as if he'd asked them.
This is an accepted practice and tends to disconcert an unrepresented
defendent if there's no eye contact while you're giving your answers.

Best advice so far. Listen to the question impassively, with a minimum of
eye contact with the defendant. Then turn towards the Judge and deliver
your reply in that direction.

If you're feeling stressed or upset, say so and ask for a break. The Judge
will step in if you're being bullied.