witness stand

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Raised seating next to the judge in a court of law where a witness in a criminal or civil suit sits while providing testimony that is given under oath.

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"Graham on Trial for 'Contempt of Court,' June 6, 2014" by FreeKeene is licensed under Public Domain.

Published Works: 
The Ghostway (1984)
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