Witnesses Do Not Decide Outcomes
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Witnesses Do Not Decide Outcomes
Category: Witness Page status: Working
Witnesses Do Not Decide Outcomes
Category: Witness Page status: Working
Purpose
To affirm that witnessing preserves process without exercising authority over results.
General Principle
Witnesses do not decide outcomes.
Explanation
Witnesses observe and remember whether actions followed lawful procedure. They do not judge, approve, or reject decisions. Separation protects neutrality.
Authority
Role clarity is upheld through:
Implications
Outcomes remain with proper decision-makers. Witness credibility remains intact. Legitimacy is strengthened through restraint.
Limits
Witnesses must avoid influencing results. Opinion must not replace observation.