Remarks respecting demeanour of witness

After recording a witness's testimony, a presiding Judge or Magistrate must also note any remarks they consider material about that witness's demeanour while under examination. Those demeanour remarks are kept with the evidence so the court can assess the witness's credibility and the weight of their testimony.

Priya testifies in a neighbour dispute. While under examination she keeps avoiding eye contact and answers hesitantly, so the magistrate records that she appeared nervous and evasive. That remark becomes part of the record for the court to consider when judging her credibility.