Individual sections focus on the role of the traffic officer, preparation prior to a trial, documentation, general court situations, topics that should be covered in a police report, general guidelines for witnesses, and the presentation of facts. Additional sections cover the handling of direct examination by the prosecutor, cross- examination by the defense attorney, and considerations involved in specific types of proceedings. The guidelines emphasize that the substance of the testimony as well as the police officer's conduct and demeanor have a major impact on the court and the jury. Therefore, police officers must be able to testify in a professional, clear, and understandable manner. Photographs, checklist, and 7 references