Assertion: trial's witness | /r/HasProperty | critical
Facets:
value: to the defense
type: TRANSITIVE-OBJECT
Source sentences:
text: The right to confrontation includes the following rights: (1) right to cross-examine opposing witnesses, which is critical to the defense in detecting and exposing any falsehood or inaccuracy; (2) right to be physically present in the courtroom at the time of testimony against him or her is offered; and (3) right to know the identity of prosecution witnesses, which may be crucial to the defense in investigating and cross-examining witness for possible impeachment.