Hearsay
/ˈhɪrˌseɪ/
Definitions
- (n.) An out-of-court statement offered to prove the truth of the matter asserted, generally inadmissible as evidence.
The court excluded the witness's testimony because it was hearsay.
Commentary
Hearsay evidence is typically inadmissible unless it falls within a recognized exception; precise wording is crucial when drafting to avoid ambiguity.
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