2.07 EXPLANATORY: CROSS-EXAMINATION OF PARTY'S CHARACTER WITNESS is the process of questioning a witness who is testifying about the character of a party in a legal dispute. The purpose of cross-examination is to challenge the witness's testimony and to impeach their credibility. During cross-examination, the witness may be asked to explain their statements in greater detail, provide evidence to back up their assertions, and answer questions about any inconsistencies between their testimony and other evidence presented in court. Cross-examination of a character witness is a key part of the legal process and can be an important factor in determining the outcome of a case. There are two types of 2.07 EXPLANATORY: CROSS-EXAMINATION OF PARTY'S CHARACTER WITNESS: direct and indirect. Direct cross-examination is when the attorney asks questions directly to the witness, while indirect cross-examination is when the attorney asks questions to the witness through a third party.