Court rules 12-year-old son of Halle Berry may testify in custody case

A Los Angeles Superior Court judge, Shelley Kaufman, ruled on Wednesday, October 14, that the 12-year-old son of actress Halle Berry and her ex-husband, Olivier Martinez, is permitted to testify in their ongoing custody dispute. The judge specified that the child's testimony will be strictly limited to the request for a restraining order. The ruling follows allegations of abuse directed at the actress, as the legal battle over custody intensifies.

Judge Kaufman issued a firm warning to both parties, reminding them that all previous court orders remain in effect. This includes a strict prohibition against discussing custody arrangements, court filings, or legal proceedings with the child. Furthermore, the court explicitly stated that the minor must not be coached or coached regarding his testimony. Halle Berry has publicly expressed concern that the ongoing legal turmoil is negatively impacting her son, attributing his behavioral issues to the court's custody decisions. The court remains focused on the upcoming testimony and the broader legal process concerning the family.