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People with Learning Disabilities/Information for Carers

You may be a supporter

The court may have decided that the witness is particularly vulnerable and they can have a supporter with them while they give their evidence.

The witness can suggest who they would like to be their supporter but the final decision is up to the judge or sheriff. It can be a good idea if the supporter is someone that the person knows.

It is possible for a family member, or other carer who is not a witness in the case, to be the supporter if the judge or sheriff agrees.