Rules of Evidence

Course code LEGL 1651

Credit 2.0

Length 30.0 hours

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This course covers the fundamental concepts related to evidence, including types and sources of evidence, and application to different legal situations. Students will examine the requirements for evidence to be used in court and how to challenge evidence. Students will differentiate between the burden of proof in civil and criminal cases and explore how evidence is discovered at different stages of legal proceedings.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Types of evidence
    Sources governing rules of evidence
    Witnesses
    Hearsay
    Burden of proof
    Opinion evidence
    Discovery process

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
22432 May 6, 2026
to June 17, 2026
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Contact us

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

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VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.