Lia [lia]â² as a girls' name is pronounced LEE-ah. It is of Latin origin. Short form of names like Amelia, Rosalia, and Evangelia bringer of the gospel. Used as an independent name in Italy. See also Lea and Leah. Writer Lia Matera.
Testify(verb) to make a solemn declaration under oath or affirmation, for the purpose of establishing, or making proof of, some fact to a court; to give testimony in a cause depending before a tribunal. Testify(verb) to declare a charge; to protest; to give information; to bear witness; -- with against.
A witness might be called to court to give evidence in a range of cases, including civil, family and criminal cases. The information here deals with appearing as a witness in criminal cases, however, many of the general principles about apearing as a witness are the same, no matter what type of case it is. witness is someone who can provide evidence relevant to a case being dealt with in court. In other words, they have seen, heard or otherwise observed something that may assist a court in deciding a case.