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The Hearsay Rule, Finally Explained Without Law School

The Hearsay Rule, Finally Explained Without Law School

Hearsay is an out-of-court statement offered to prove the truth of what it asserts, and it’s generally inadmissible unless an exception applies. The rule exists because the original speaker isn’t in court to be cross-examined for reliability. This article explains what counts as hearsay, what doesn’t, and the most common exceptions. What Is Hearsay, Really? […]
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