Title 14 — Proof. [Enacted title]
4 chapters · 25 sections in this title.
D.C. Code § 14-101 Evidence under oath; affirmation in lieu of oath; perjury
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(a) All evidence shall be given under oath according to the forms of the common law. (b) A witness who has conscientious scruples against taking an oath, may, in lieu thereof, solemnly, sincerely, and truly declare and affirm. Where an application, statement, or declaration is re…
D.C. Code § 14-102 Impeachment of witnesses
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(a) The credibility of a witness may be attacked by any party, including the party calling the witness. (b) A statement is not hearsay if the declarant testifies at the trial or hearing and is subject to cross-examination concerning the statement and the statement is (1) inconsis…
D.C. Code § 14-103 Depositions for use in State and Territorial Courts
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When a commission is issued or notice given to take the testimony of a witness found within the District of Columbia, to be used in an action pending in a court of a State, territory, commonwealth, possession, or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, the testimony ma…
D.C. Code § 14-104 Testimony of nonresident witnesses for use in Superior Court
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If the testimony of nonresident witnesses is required by either party to a civil action or proceeding in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia the Court, upon motion designating the names of the witnesses, may appoint an examiner to take their testimony, to whom it shall…