District of Columbia · D.C. Code — Title 23, Criminal Procedure
D.C. Code Title 23 § 23-114: Corroboration of a child witness’ testimony not required
What this law says, in plain English
This statute eliminates the requirement for independent corroboration of child witness testimony in prosecutions under D.C. law. It is a procedural rule governing evidence and trial requirements, not a criminal offense definition.
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