Principle

EVIDENCE LAW — Witnesses — Contradictions — Only Material Contradictions Affect Credibility

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Only material contradictions affect witness credibility; minor discrepancies are expected. Exact uniformity in evidence may indicate tutoring. The principle applies to evidence law. The rule allows for natural variations in human recollection.

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