Principle

EVIDENCE LAW – Child Witness – Competence and Sworn Evidence

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Child witness competency depends on understanding, not age. The judge assesses understanding. The principle applies to criminal and civil proceedings. The court may take sworn evidence from a child who understands the oath. The rule protects child witnesses. The judge's discretion is crucial. The principle…

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