Parole Evidence
/ˈpær.oʊ ˈɛv.ɪ.dəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Extrinsic evidence introduced to explain, vary, or contradict the terms of a written contract.
The court excluded the parole evidence because the contract was fully integrated.
Forms
- parole evidence
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Commentary
The term is commonly associated with the parol evidence rule, which limits the admissibility of parole evidence to preserve the integrity of written agreements.
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