/ˈfɔːrmər ˈtɛstəˌmoʊni/ – Phrase
Definition: xch previous testimony.
A more thorough explanation: Former testimony refers to a witness’s prior sworn statements or testimony given in a legal proceeding, which is offered as evidence in a subsequent proceeding. This type of testimony is typically admitted when the witness is unavailable to testify in person, such as due to death, incapacity, or unavailability.
Example: The defense attorney sought to introduce the witness’s former testimony from a previous trial as evidence in the current case.