Admissibility Of Evidence Rules

Sure! Here’s a more detailed summary of the admissibility of evidence under the Hong Kong Evidence Ordinance:
- Relevance: Only evidence that is relevant to the case is admissible.
- Hearsay Rule: Hearsay is generally inadmissible unless it fits an exception, such as business records or statements made under duty.
- Documentary Evidence: Documents can be admitted if they're originals or authenticated copies, and if they meet statutory requirements.
- Opinion Evidence: Typically, non-expert opinion is inadmissible. Expert opinions are allowed if they help the court understand complex matters.
- Privilege: Certain communications, like those between lawyer and client, are privileged and inadmissible.
- Confessions: Must be shown to be made voluntarily to be admissible.
- Character Evidence: Generally inadmissible unless it directly relates to the case.
Is there a specific type of evidence or scenario you're concerned about?

Sure! Here are the key points about the admissibility of documentary evidence under the Hong Kong Evidence Ordinance:
- Originals and Copies: Originals are preferred, but authenticated copies can be admissible.
- Authentication: Documents must be authenticated under statutory requirements.
- Business Records: Generally admissible if they meet certain conditions.
Is there a specific type of document you are concerned about?

Understood! Could you please specify the type of document you're concerned about? This will help me provide more tailored information.

The police would likely start by investigating the incident, including interviewing both parties and any witnesses, reviewing any available CCTV footage, and examining any physical evidence. If the evidence suggests the lady did not intentionally harm the old man, it might be categorized as a misunderstanding and the case could be dropped. Civil liability, however, would be determined separately in court.
Is there any specific evidence or document related to this case that you are worried about?