Principle

EVIDENCE LAW — Affidavit Evidence — Conflict — Contradictions Within a Party’s Own Affidavits

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Coourt

Self-contradictions in a party's affidavits must be explained by the party. The court will not arrange oral evidence to resolve them. The principle applies to affidavit evidence. The rule promotes efficiency. Unresolved contradictions weaken the party's case. The principle is well-established.

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