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The Principles of the Law of Evidence: With Elementary Rules for Conducting the Examination and Cross-Examination of Witnesses (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Mawdesley Best

 
9780265545713: The Principles of the Law of Evidence: With Elementary Rules for Conducting the Examination and Cross-Examination of Witnesses (Classic Reprint)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0265545714 ISBN 13: 9780265545713
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master the essentials of evidence law with practical rules for examination and cross-examination.

This edition distills key propositions from English evidence law into clear guidance for handling witnesses, documents, and core concepts in civil and criminal cases. It helps you understand how courts treat proof, objections, and the weight given to different kinds of testimony.

Designed for quick reference, this book frames the responsibilities of witnesses, the limits of admissible evidence, and the strategic decisions used in trial practice. It covers topics from competency and expenses of witnesses to the handling of documents, handwriting, and presumptions, all with an eye toward practical courtroom use.

  • Identify who may testify and how their reliability is evaluated
  • Navigate rules for admissibility, hearsay, and documentary evidence
  • Understand burden of proof and the role of presumptions in trials
  • Apply cross-examination and examination techniques to real cases

Ideal for students, practicing lawyers, and anyone needing a clear, ready reference to evidence law and trial procedure.

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Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication date
2018
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0265545714
ISBN 13 
9780265545713
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
647