The law of evidence refers to the way in which facts are proved in court, and represents a complex field.

 

'Key fact sheets' describing the main topics in the (UK) law of evidence can be found below.

 

the course of evidence

 

the burden of proof

 

hearsay evidence

 

opinion evidence

 

privilege

 

confessions

 

 

links

expert witness evidence links (del.ico.us)

expert witness evidence reference resources (connotea)

 

 

Legal disclaimer

Please note that these 'Key fact sheets' are designed for undergraduate students; they have not been prepared by a qualified lawyer, and legal advise should be sought from an appropriate source if legal action is being contemplated.