Understanding the Law of Evidence: Relevance and Types

Evidence Law
The Law of Evidence is a list of commands that governs what can be presented in the court as an evidence. The list of valid evidence is maintained by that statue. It governs the use of oral and written statements, any physical object or other documents allowed to be considered as facts. If an evidence is not related to the crime or is irrelevant, it should not be submitted as a defense in court. The only relevant evidence that is logically connected to the facts associated with crime must be submitted. A relevant evidence can also get excluded if it is confusing. The court has certain laws that are against the opinions. Personal thoughts regarding a person or an event or a crime are strictly prohibited (Robillard & Wilson, 2004).
Types of Evidence
There are multiple

A scientific evidence would be considered by the court only when it conforms to the principles of the scientific community.
Documentary Evidence: Any proof that is in writing such as wills, contracts etc. It can also include media on which such proofs can be stored such as films, recordings, emails, etc.
Exculpatory Evidence: This is a type of evidence which is actually in favor of the offender. It can be in favor of offender partially or fully thus helping an offender in removing the guilt in the case. It is the duty of police or the prosecutor to share the evidence with the offender, if not the case would be dismissed.
Testimony: Testimony is one of the most common types of evidence presented in court. It is the spoken or written evidence presented by the witness under the oath in court. The written evidence must be an affidavit. The witness also termed as forth swears to tell the truth under the penalty of perjury
Prima Facia Evidence: Prima Facia means the first occurrence. This evidence is used to establish a claim that a crime is done until further evidence are submitted (Universal Class,