# Leading Objection

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RVbr7id7xk8cwbPPGi6x1a

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Lawyer Testifying Objection

**Alternative Labels:**

- Lawyer Testifying
- Leading Question Objection
- Suggestive Question Objection

## Definition

An objection to a leading question is raised when a party in a legal proceeding believes that a question posed by the opposing counsel improperly suggests an answer to the witness. Leading questions are generally not allowed during direct examination but may be permitted during cross-examination.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R7NB9WJzAFK6tIIGmfIj5Ay

**Deprecated:** False

**Source:** Fed. R. Evid. 611(c)