W.Va. R. Evid. 605

As amended through January 31, 2024

Rule 605 - Judge's Competency as a Witness

The presiding judge may not testify as a witness at the trial. A party need not object to preserve the issue.

W.va. R. Evid. 605

COMMENT ON RULE 605

Rule 605 is taken verbatim from its federal counterpart. The rule is substantively the same as the current state rule but is organized differently for greater clarity.