Illinois Compiled Statutes

Ill. S. Ct. R. 238 (2026)

Ill. S. Ct. R. 238. Impeachment of Witnesses; Hostile Witnesses

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Digitally signed by Reporter of Decisions Reason: I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document Rule 238. Impeachment of Witnesses; Hostile Witnesses (a) The credibility of a witness may be attacked by any party, including the party calling the witness. (b) If the court determines that a witness is hostile or unwilling, the witness may be examined by the party calling the witness as if under cross-examination.

Amended February 19, 1982, effective April 1, 1982; amended April 11, 2001, effective immediately.