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Evidence is anything that tends to prove or disprove a material or relevant fact alleged in a lawsuit or other legal proceeding. Witness testimony, documents, contracts, email messages, photographs, medical bills, video images, and voice recordings are common pieces of evidence.

In Vermont, as in other jurisdictions, evidence is crucial in legal proceedings to establish the truth of disputed facts. The Vermont Rules of Evidence govern the admissibility and use of evidence in both civil and criminal cases. These rules determine what evidence is relevant, and relevance is defined as evidence having any tendency to make a fact more or less probable than it would be without the evidence, and the fact must be of consequence in determining the action. Witness testimony, documents, and other forms of evidence like photographs and electronic communications are commonly used to support or refute claims. Vermont courts also consider the reliability and authenticity of evidence, and there are specific rules for certain types of evidence, such as hearsay, which is generally inadmissible unless it falls under an established exception. It is important for parties in a legal proceeding to understand these rules, as improper handling or presentation of evidence can affect the outcome of a case. An attorney can provide guidance on how to effectively gather and present evidence in accordance with Vermont law and the applicable federal rules.

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