LAW4323 Evidence - Exam Notes (DUX, 92)

Description

These notes were used to Dux the LAW4323 Evidence Law unit in Semester 1, 2021 with Fiona Hum as CE. These are detailed and structured notes covering the entirety of the course material (including case summaries and clear step-by-step guides to answer problem or exam questions on each topic). The notes are colour coded throughout - important information in yellow, legislation in blue, cases in green/pink (depending on whether affirming or negating principles) and orange for links between topics. These features make the notes accessible and easy to use to produce HD-level responses in the assignment and exam. These notes cover the following: * Topic 1 - Introduction * Topic 2 - Relevance * Topic 3 - Competency and Compellability * Topic 4 - Privleges * Topic 5 - Examination of Witnesses * Topic 6 - Credibility and Character * Topic 7 - Accused's Right to Silence * Topic 8 - Tendency and Coincidence Evidence * Topic 9 - Hearsay and Exceptions * Topic 10 - Admissions * Topic 11 - Illegally / Improperly Obtained Evidence * Topic 12 - Opinion Evidence Please ensure you adapt these notes for any changes to the course for your semester. For best results, this should be used in conjunction with the corresponding exam script.