Expert evidence (Zimbabwe)

In order for a person to give expert evidence his special expertise must first be established. His professional qualifications and experience must be established: Makuni HH-75-84. If the prosecutor intends to dispute the qualifications and expertise of an expert witness for the defence, the defence should ensure that its expert comes to court armed with documentary proof of his qualifications and expertise.

Zimbabwe Criminal Defense Manual

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Defense Lawyer's Role and Responsibilities
• Pre-Trial Matters
• Jurisdiction of Courts
• Preparing for Trial
• Trials
• Rules of Evidence
• Criminal Law Code
• Verdict
• Sentence
• Record of Proceedings
• Appeals
• Automatic Review and Scrutiny
• Miscellaneous Matters