Principle

EVIDENCE LAW — Wrongful Admission of Evidence— Wrongful Admission Not Ground for Reversal Unless It Occasions Miscarriage of Justice

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Wrongful admission of evidence is not ground for reversal unless it occasions a miscarriage of justice. The appellant must show prejudice. The principle applies to evidence law and appellate practice. The rule affirms that harmless error does not warrant interference.

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