This module deals with the Law of Evidence in Ireland. It considers the basic concepts of evidence law, the burden and standard of proof, the different categories of evidence (real, documentary, testimony and circumstantial evidence) and the circumstances in which particular evidence falling within these categories may be excluded as hearsay, bad character evidence, unconstitutionally or unlawfully obtained evidence and under the doctrine of privilege.
This module gives students a broad overview of evidence law as it applies in Ireland. It is intended to provide students with an understanding of the basic concepts and processes involved and enable them to apply these concepts in practical situations
Burden and Standard of Proof
Presumptions
Real evidence
Documentary evidence
Circumstantial evidence
Testimony: competence and compbellability course of trial corroboration
The rule against hearsay
The rule against bad character evidence: the ‘P’ test; Section 1(f) of the Criminal Justice (Evidence) Act 1924
The rule against unconstitutionally and unlawfully obtained evidence (including the rules applicable to confessions)
The doctrine of privilege
Burden and Standard of Proof
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Presumptions
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Real evidence
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Documentary evidence
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Circumstantial evidence
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Testimony: competence and compellability course of trial corroboration
n/a
The rule against hearsay
n/a
The rule against bad character evidence: the ‘P’ test; Section 1(f) of the Criminal Justice (Evidence) Act 1924
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The rule against unconstitutionally and unlawfully obtained evidence (including the rules applicable to confessions)
n/a
The doctrine of privilege
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Interactive lectures
Self-directed learning
Group study and group discussion
Presentations
Guest lecturers
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 70 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 30 |