Roles, responsibilities and indemnities for individuals who participate in a hearing as witnesses. | Gouvernement du Québec

Witnesses called to a hearing

The witness or expert witness is essential for providing valid evidence. The judge can authorize reimbursement of witnesses’ meal and travel costs.

Affidavit in lieu of testimony

A person’s testimony can be replaced by a written document called a “Statement in lieu of testimony”.

Witnesses Indemnities

Claiming a daily indemnity for transportation, parking, meals and accommodation, whether you testify or not.

Last update: August 2, 2023