Authentication and Identification Flashcards
1
Q
Authentication Rule
A
To satisfy the requirement of authenticating or identifying an item of evidence, the proponent must procure evidence sufficient to support a finding that the item is what the proponent claims it is.
2
Q
What is tangible evidence?
A
- real evidence;
- demonstrative evidence; or
- scientific evidence.
3
Q
Real evidence may be authenticated by:
A
- Testimony from Personal knowledge by showing familiarity with the object
- Distinctive characteristics
- By chain of custody
4
Q
Self-Authentication
A
C.O.N.T.A.C
Certified documents
Official publications by a public authority
Newspapers and periodicals
Trade inscriptions
Acknowledged documents
Commerical paper