LAW7560 - Evidence

LAW7560 - Evidence
Course Number:
7560
Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3
Prerequisite(s):
none
This course is a study of the rules regulating the introduction and exclusion of evidence in civil and criminal trials. Specific subjects dealt with are: relevancy of evidence; the burden of producing evidence and the burden of persuasion; presumptions; competency of witnesses; examination of witnesses; privileges; the hearsay rule and its exceptions; demonstrative evidence; writings; judicial notice; functions of judge and jury.