Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Unchallenged Evidence — Duty of Court Where Evidence Is Not Controverted

Area of law: CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court: Supreme Court

Unchallenged evidence may be accepted by the court. The principle applies to civil proceedings. The opposing party had the opportunity to challenge but failed. The rule promotes efficiency. The court may rely on such evidence. The principle is well-established.

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