The Law of Evidence sets out the set of rules and principles which govern whether particular proof of a fact will be rejected or admitted as evidence. Often therefore this means that the rules are largely concerned with stating what is not admissible evidence, followed by limited restorative exceptions. It has been said by a famous writer that in 9 out of 10 cases an advocate can say that a piece of proposed evidence should not be admitted, but is frequently at a loss to say why that is so. The Law of Evidence supplies the 'why'. It is therefore crucial to any student who is contemplating appearing as counsel in any form of litigation.
Examination is 'open book'.
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