Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Evaluation of Evidence — Exclusive Preserve of Trial Court

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

This principle establishes that the trial court has the exclusive advantage of seeing, hearing, and watching witnesses, and appellate courts rely on the trial court's evaluation. The principle applies where evidence is challenged. It ensures that the trial court's advantage is respected. The principle reflects…

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