Uniform Evidence

Uniform Evidence Third Edition is a clear and concise introduction to the rules of evidence, as they apply to Australian courts. Written in an engaging and accessible style, the second edition covers all uniform evidence law jurisdictions including the courts of the Commonwealth, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, Tasmania and the Northern Territory. The book explains and critiques uniform evidence law in an accessible and student friendly style, with case examples to illustrate the practical applications of uniform evidence law and flowcharts to clearly summarise complex legal rules and issues.

1. Uniform Evidence LawPART 1: ADDUCING EVIDENCE2. Witnesses3. Documents and Other EvidencePART 2: ADMISSIBILITY4. Relevance5. The Hearsay Rule6. Hearsay Exceptions7. Opinion8. Admissions9. Judgements and Convictions10. Tendency and Coincidence11. Credibility12. Character13. Identification14. Privileges15. Client Legal Privilege16. Discretionary and Mandatory ExclusionsPART 3: PROOF17. The Burden and Standard of Proof18. The Facts That Can Be Proved Without Evidence19. Warnings and Information20. Procedural Provisions