This is an important course for law students to understand the application of the rules of evidence. It is divided in to two modules. The course will cover both the substantive as well as procedural rules of evidence; theories and policies of the Law of Evidence. It will cover admissibility of evidence, modes of proof and the production and effect of evidence. The objectives are to inculcate a critical appreciation of the issues and to prepare students for professional practice. The course is absolutely necessary for students to grasp the rules of evidence before joining legal profession.

Learning Outcomes:

  • The law of evidence governs what evidence may be presented and contested in the courtroom, techniques for eliciting evidence and the role of the lawyers, jury and judge in an adversarial system.
  • Highly relevant to actual day-to-day legal practice, this module will appeal particularly to students intending to become courtroom lawyers

Text Books:

  1. Keane, A., & McKeown, P. (2014). The modern law of evidence: Oxford University Press, USA.
  2. Imwinkelried, E. J., Giannelli, P. C., Gilligan, F. A., Lederer, F. I., & Richter, L. (2011). Courtroom Criminal Evidence: LexisNexis.
  3. Monir, M. (2012). Textbook on the Law of Evidence: Universal Law Publishing.
  4. Murphy, P. (2007). Murphy on evidence: Oxford University Press.
  5. Monaghan, N. (2015). Law of evidence: Cambridge University Press.
  6. The Qanun-e-Shahadat Oder, 1984 ( As amended up to date)

Class Timings:LLB 5 Year Session 2018-23  Regular A

Monday        09:30-11:00

Friday            09:30-11:00

Class Timings:LLB 5 Year Session 2018-23 Regular B

Monday           02:00-03:30

Tuesday             03:30-05:00

Assesment Criteria:

Sessional: 20 [Assignments/Presentations (05) Quiz (05) Attendance (10)]

Mid Term  : 30

Final Term: 50

Course Material