Principle

EVIDENCE LAW — Burden of Proof — Title to Land — Onus on Party Asserting Grant

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

The plaintiff bears the burden of proving title. The principle applies to land disputes. The burden never shifts to the defendant. The rule is fundamental. The plaintiff must adduce credible evidence. The principle is well-established.

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