9781332230853 - A Treatise on the Competency and Rights of Witnesses and Parties in Interest: In All Actions or Proceedings Before, Courts or Magistrates, American and English Deci... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book details provisions regarding witness competency and rights. First published in the late 19th century, it delves into the complexities of witness testimony and how it is proven, disproven, and handled during court proceedings. As the author explains, testimony is only allowed if given under oath, and he outlines various methods of taking oaths. He also discusses the concept of competency and the reasons a witness may be deemed incompetent to testify, including mental instability and immaturity. The author examines the differences between competency and credibility and addresses issues that can affect witness credibility, such as prior convictions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.