Evidence

Question 1

When is the making of a statement determined original evidence and be admissible?

a. to show that the maker was physically capable of speaking/writing.
b. to show the terms of an alleged defamatory statement.
c. to show the terms of a contractual offer.
d. all of the above.

Answer 1

d. all of the above.
- this will go to the fact that the statement was made and not to the trust of its contents.

Question 2

What is original evidence?

Answer 2

An out of court statement which is adduced for a relevant purpose other than providing the trust of its contents.

Question 3

When is a document considered real evidence?

Answer 3

If it is tendered as a material object, regardless of the words contained in it- to show the fact of its existence, the substance of which it is made to the condition it is in.

Question 4

Which of the following types of evidence could fall under the rule against hearsay.
a. oral statements
b. written statements
c. signs or gesture
d. all of above.

Answer 4

d. all of the above