{"code":"EVID","codeName":"Evidence Code","section":"766","citation":"Evid. Code, § 766","status":"in-force","lawOn":"2026-09-28","headings":[{"name":"DIVISION 6. WITNESSES [700. - 795.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/evidence-code/division-6"},{"name":"CHAPTER 5. Method and Scope of Examination [760. - 778.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/evidence-code/division-6/chapter-5"},{"name":"ARTICLE 2. Examination of Witnesses [765. - 778.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/evidence-code/division-6/chapter-5/article-2"}],"history":"Enacted by Stats. 1965, Ch. 299.","effective":null,"html":"<p>A witness must give responsive answers to questions, and answers that are not responsive shall be stricken on motion of any party.</p>","text":"A witness must give responsive answers to questions, and answers that are not responsive shall be stricken on motion of any party.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/evidence-code/examination-of-witnesses-766","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}