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Did the witness seem to have an

opportunity to see and know the things about which the
witness testified?

Did the witness seem to have an

accurate memory?

Was the witness honest and

straightforward in answering the attorney’s questions?
Did the witness have some interest in

how the case should be decided?

Does the witness’ testimony agree

with other testimony and other evidence in the case?
Has the witness been offered or

received any money, preferred treatment, or other benefit
in order to get the witness to testify?

Had any pressure or threat been used

against the witness that affected the truth of the
witness’ testimony?

You may rely upon your own conclusion

about the witness. A juror may believe or disbelieve all
or any part of the evidence or testimony of any witness.

The Defendant in this case has become a
witness. You should apply the same rules to
consideration of the Defendant’s testimony that you apply
to the testimony of the other witnesses.

There are some general rules that apply to