Evidence Classification
Evidence Classification
a). documentary- is any evidence that is, or can be, introduced at a trial in the form of
documents, as distinguished from oral testimony.
b). object- those consisting of evidence which are addressed to the senses of the court
c). Testimonial- evidence consisting the narration made under oath by a witness
Religious or political belief, interest in the outcome of the case, or conviction of a crime
unless otherwise provided by law, shall not be ground for disqualification. (18a)
A). Physical or Object evidence is evidence of the highest order and prevails over contrary
testimonial evidence
C). Positive over negative evidence. E.G. positive identification over alibi; an assertion of the
occurrence of a thing over a plain denial. “Denials, if unsubstantiated by clear and
convincing evidence, are deemed negative and self-serving evidence unworthy of
credence.” ( Wa-acon vs. People, 510 SCRA 429)