Alabama § 15-25-7 - Allowance of Leading Questions; Scope and Extent.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 15-25-7 — Allowance of Leading Questions; Scope and Extent., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-25-7. Allowance of Leading Questions; Scope and Extent.
In any criminal prosecution referred to in Section 15-25-1, the court may allow leading questions at trial by the prosecution or defense of any victim or witness in a case who is under the age of 12 or is a protected person, if the court determines that the allowance of leading questions will further the interests of justice. The court, on motion of the prosecution or the defense, or on its own motion, may limit the scope and extent of any leading questions.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 15-25-7
What does Code of Alabama § 15-25-7 cover?
Section 15-25-7 ("Allowance of Leading Questions; Scope and Extent.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 15-25-7?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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