§ 24-1-1. Purpose and Construction of the Rules of Evidence

The object of all legal investigation is the discovery of truth. Rules of evidence shall be construed to secure fairness in administration, eliminate unjustifiable expense and delay, and promote the growth and development of the law of evidence to the end that the truth may be ascertained and proceedings justly determined. History. Code 1981, § […]

§ 24-1-2. Applicability of the Rules of Evidence

The rules of evidence shall apply in all trials by jury in any court in this state. The rules of evidence shall apply generally to all nonjury trials and other fact-finding proceedings of any court in this state subject to the limitations set forth in subsections (c) and (d) of this Code section. The rules […]