This Act modernised and simplified the law of evidence in Scottish civil proceedings. Key highlights include allowing hearsay evidence to be admissible, thereby making a broader range of evidence available in civil cases. It also established clearer guidelines on the admissibility of business and other records, promoting efficiency in court proceedings. The Act was introduced to ensure that the evidentiary rules were in line with contemporary legal practices and to enhance justice by permitting all relevant evidence to be considered by the courts.
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TAKE A FREE TRIALThis Act modernised and simplified the law of evidence in Scottish civil proceedings. Key highlights include allowing hearsay evidence to be admissible, thereby making a broader range of evidence available in civil cases. It also established clearer guidelines on the admissibility of business and other records, promoting efficiency in court proceedings. The Act was introduced to ensure that the evidentiary rules were in line with contemporary legal practices and to enhance justice by permitting all relevant evidence to be considered by the courts.
LexisNexis traffic light system shows the status of legislation and cases so you are always using up-to-date law while historical versioning and legislative timelines lets you see exactly what has changed in legislation over time.
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