Can the court appoint an independent expert witness?
A. The court can, at its discretion, call an expert if it considers this necessary, or on a party’s application. The court can invite the parties to designate the expert by mutual agreement, provided that no person can be compelled to serve as an expert unless he has been entered into the court’s register of experts. Experts appointed by the court are meant to provide independent advice, and can be challenged by the parties. Court-appointed experts are entitled to fees and expenses payable by the court in accordance with applicable ministerial regulations.
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