The Best Evidence Rule is

The correct answer is B. Requires that the content of a writing be proven by introducing the original or by testimony of a. Option B is correct because the Best Evidence Rule (also called the Original Document Rule, codified in Federal Rules of Evidence 1002) requires that when proving the contents of a writing, recording, or photograph, the original document must be produced - or its absence…

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Options

AAlways collect the best evidence
BRequires that the content of a writing be proven by introducing the original or by testimony of a
CGreat to look at
DEvidence that can't be seen

How the community answered

(17 responses)

A
6% (1)
B
71% (12)
C
18% (3)
D
6% (1)

Explanation

Option B is correct because the Best Evidence Rule (also called the Original Document Rule, codified in Federal Rules of Evidence 1002) requires that when proving the contents of a writing, recording, or photograph, the original document must be produced - or its absence legally justified before secondary evidence (like testimony or copies) is admitted.

Option A is a common misconception - the rule isn't a general directive to "always collect the best evidence" in an investigation; it applies specifically to proving documentary content, not evidence quality broadly. Option C is nonsensical filler. Option D contradicts the rule entirely - documents are, by definition, tangible and visible.

Memory tip: Think of the rule as the "Show Me the Paper" rule - if you're telling the court what a document says, bring the actual document. The word "writing" in choice B is the key signal on any exam.

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