primary evidence

primary evidence
The best evidence of which the case in its nature is susceptible. 29 Am J2d Ev § 448. That evidence which suffices for the proof of a particular fact until contradicted or overcome by other evidence. Cross v Baskett, 17 Or 84, 21 P 47.

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