Principle

EVIDENCE LAW — Documentary Evidence — Duty of Trial Judge to Consider Relevant Exhibits

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Trial judges must consider relevant documentary evidence. The principle applies to all trials. Ignoring relevant exhibits is an error. The rule ensures proper evaluation of evidence. The appellate court may interfere if relevant exhibits are ignored. The principle is fundamental.

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