Evidence and Advocacy - Condensed Exam Notes

Description

Succinct Evidence and Advocacy notes designed for exam use. The following topics are covered: - Principles and Ethics of Examination in Chief and Re-examination - Principles and Ethics of Cross Examination - Rules of Evidence including: *Bolster/Credibility Rule *Finality/Collaterality Rule *Hearsay Rule *Opinion Rule - Character Evidence, Similar Fact and Propensity - Character Evidence and the Shield - Police Powers and the Right to Silence - Discretions to Exclude Evidence Relevant references to the Evidence Act 1929 (SA) and case law are provided. Case summaries of seminal cases are also provided.