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What is the general idea of evidence?
All material and information that police gather when investigating a suspected crime
what is the technical idea of evidence?
All material and information doesn't become evidence in a trial
Until it is introduced into a courtroom through a witness
How do you get evidence into a courtroom?
Must be relevant to the issue in trial
When does evidence not need a witness?
Evidence is accepted as a fact by both parties without the need for proof
What is a testimonial or Viva voce evidence?
An oral testimony given by a witness
Witnesses may testify only to their recollection of events
What is the hearsay purpose?
Witnesses may recall what others told them
But not to prove what they heard is true
What is real evidence?
Evidence that is physical, material, or a tangible object
What are out of court statements?
Witnesses statement to police about what they observed
Inadmissible to court
What is rule against oath helping?
Witnesses may not testify that they told someone else what they are recalling in court
What is opinion / expert evidence?
Qualified experts may give their opinions about the significance of real evidence
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