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What is a hearsay affiant?

One who personally observes an offense

One who knows the facts but did not witness the offense

A hearsay affiant is an individual who provides statements or evidence based on what someone else has told them, rather than their direct observation or personal knowledge of the events. This means that the affiant knows of the facts surrounding a case but did not personally witness the offense. In legal contexts, this type of testimony is often not admissible in court because it does not come from firsthand experience and could lead to inaccuracies or misinterpretations.

In contrast, someone who personally observes an offense would be providing direct evidence, while a person who files a complaint in court may not necessarily be acting as an affiant in a hearsay context, as this position requires a specific type of knowledge related to the events in question. Similarly, a representative of a defendant typically advocates for their client's position but does not transform into a hearsay affiant by merely representing someone in a legal matter.

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One who files a complaint in court

One who represents a defendant

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