Principle

EVIDENCE LAW β€” Assessment of Credibility β€” Province of Trial Court β€” Appellate Court Cannot Usurp

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

This principle establishes that credibility assessment is the trial court's province, and an appellate court cannot usurp this function based on printed evidence. The principle applies where credibility is in issue. It ensures that the trial court's advantage is respected. The principle reflects the limits…

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