Vermont § 1003 - Evidence
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 1003 — Evidence, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1003. Evidence
- (a) Irrelevant, immaterial, or unduly repetitious evidence shall be excluded. The Vermont
Rules of Evidence shall be followed, except that evidence not admissible under the
Rules of Evidence may be admitted if it is of a type commonly relied upon by reasonably
prudent persons in the conduct of their affairs. Objections to evidentiary offers
may be made and shall be noted in the record. Subject to these requirements, when
a hearing will be expedited and the interests of the parties will not be prejudiced
substantially, any part of the evidence may be received in written form. Documentary
evidence may be received in the form of copies or excerpts if the original is not
readily available. Upon request, parties shall be given an opportunity to compare
the copy with the original. (b) Notice may be taken of judicially cognizable facts. In addition, notice may be taken
of generally recognized technical or scientific facts within the agency’s specialized
knowledge. Parties shall be notified either before or during the hearing, or by reference
in preliminary reports or otherwise, of the material noticed, including any staff
memoranda or data, and they shall be afforded an opportunity to contest the material
so noticed. (Added 1989, No. 98, § 2.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 1003
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 1003 cover?
Section 1003 ("Evidence") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 1003?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 1003" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 1003 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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