ΚΥΠΡΙΑΚΟ ΔΙΚΑΙΟ ΤΗΣ ΑΠΟΔΕΙΞΗΣ

The Cyprus Law of Evidence Dr Christos Clerides, Advocate, Head of the Law Department, Frederick University, Cyprus ISBN 978-960-622-675-5 Abstract: The Cyprus Law of Evidence is based on the principles of English Common Law and statutes as adapted for Cyprus. In this work, the Cyprus Law of Evidence is set out covering after a historical introduction and a general overview, topics such as relevance, admissibility, classification of evidence into categories, corroboration, the best evidence rule, circumstantial evidence and expert evidence.The provisions of Law 32 (1)/2009 for the abolition of the hearsay rule and the rules of hearsay evidence are explained. The burden and standard of proof, presumptions, judicial notice, the examination of witnesses, illegally obtained evidence, confessions, judges’ rules, estoppel, competency and compellability of witnesses are explained andanalysed.ExtensiveanalysisoftheCypruscase law ismade inacriticalapproach. COPYRIGHT All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a re- trievalsystem,ortransmitted, inany formorbyanymeans,withoutthepriorpermis- sion of NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A., or as expressly permitted by law or under the terms agreed with the appropriate reprographic rights organisation. Enquiries concern- ing reproduction which may not be covered by the above should be addressed to NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A. at the address below. DISCLAIMER The content of this work is intended for information purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice.The publication is necessarily of a general nature; NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A. makes no claim as to the comprehensiveness or accuracy of the information provided; Information is not offered for the purpose of providing indi- vidualized legal advice. Professional advice should therefore be sought before any action is undertaken based on this publication. Use of this work does not create an attorney-client or any other relationship between the user and NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A. or the legal professionals contributing to this publication. 23 Mavromichali str. | 106 80 | Athens | Greece T +30 210 3678 800 | F +30 210 3678 819 www.nb.org | info@nb.org © 2018, NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A.