(1) The judge may, on his own motion or at the suggestion of a party, call witnesses, and all parties are entitled to cross-examine witnesses thus called. (2) The judge may interrogate witnesses, whether called by himself or by a party. (3) Objections to the calling of witnesses by the judge or to interrogation by him may be made at the time or at the next available opportunity when the jury is not present.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 27-614
Rule 614. Calling and interrogation of witnesses by judge; objections
Applied in 9 court decisions — leading case State v. Bjorklund (2000)
Most recently applied in State v. J.K. (In Re Interest of J.K.) (July 2018)
Laws 1975, LB 279, § 47.
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