Rules of Evidence and Learned Treatise Quiz

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In what circumstances is evidence from a list, register, or periodical admissible as proof of a relevant matter?

When the compilation is published for general use by the public

When the compilation is published by a recognized expert in the field

When the compilation is approved by the court

When the compilation is used and relied upon by persons engaged in a specific occupation (correct)

Under what conditions can a published treatise be considered admissible as evidence?

If it is cited in an official court document

If it is written by a famous author

If it is referenced in a legal brief

If its author is considered an expert in the subject by the court (correct)

In what situation can the testimony or deposition of a witness given in a former case be used as evidence?

If the witness is a family member of the deceased

If the witness is unavailable due to health reasons

If the witness has moved out of the country

If the adverse party had an opportunity to cross-examine the witness in the former case (correct)

What type of publication is considered admissible for proving a relevant matter based on Rule 130?

A publication recognized by professional experts in the field Signup and view all the answers

If a treatise is authored by an individual respected in their profession, how can this affect its admissibility as evidence?

It becomes more likely to be considered admissible Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for utilizing testimony or deposition from a deceased witness given in a former proceeding as evidence?

The adverse party should have had the opportunity to cross-examine the witness Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an extra-judicial confession to be admissible as evidence?

It must be made with the assistance of competent and independent counsel Signup and view all the answers

According to Section 35, Rule 130, when can similar acts be admissible as evidence?

To prove specific intent or knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What does the rule of res inter alios acta, as per Section 34, Rule 130, state?

Similar acts are inadmissible to prove similar actions in other contexts Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can the uncorroborated testimony of a single eyewitness be enough to prove the corpus delicti?

If it is credible Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of admitting similar acts as evidence under Section 35, Rule 130?

To prove specific intent or knowledge Signup and view all the answers

In what form must an extra-judicial confession be presented to be admissible as evidence?

In any form, written or oral Signup and view all the answers

What does Rule 130 allow regarding the opinion of a witness?

Opinion of a witness on a matter requiring special knowledge may be received in evidence. Signup and view all the answers

According to Rule 133, what factors may the court consider in determining the weight to be given to an expert witness opinion?

Whether the opinion is based on sufficient facts or data Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may the opinion of an ordinary witness be received in evidence according to Section 53?

When proper basis is given, regarding matters like identity, handwriting, or mental sanity Signup and view all the answers

In legal proceedings, what can an ordinary witness provide an opinion on if they have adequate knowledge?

The mental sanity of a person Signup and view all the answers

What does Rule 133 specify regarding the weight to be given to an expert witness opinion?

Whether it is based upon sufficient facts or data Signup and view all the answers

Which section allows a witness to testify on their impressions of emotion, behavior, condition, or appearance of a person?

Section 53 on Opinion of Ordinary Witnesses Signup and view all the answers