Evidence Code section 773

(a)

A witness examined by one party may be cross-examined upon any matter within the scope of the direct examination by each other party to the action in such order as the court directs.

(b)

The cross-examination of a witness by any party whose interest is not adverse to the party calling him is subject to the same rules that are applicable to the direct examination.

Source: Section 773, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID§ionNum=773. (accessed Jun. 9, 2025).

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May 12, 2025

§ 773’s source at ca.gov

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Original Source: Section 773, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID§ionNum=773. (last accessed May 12, 2025).