Best Evidence Rule

What is Best Evidence Rule?

As to admitting into evidence a writing, recording, photograph or other document, the best evidence rule requires the original. An exception may apply when the original is not available through no fault of its proponent.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Evidence terms:

• Residual Exception
• Then Existing Mental, Emotional, or Physical Condition
• Acknowledged Documents
• Statement Against Interest
• Intrinsic Evidence