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Best Evidence Rule Requires Post-Level Collection for Social Media Evidence

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By John Patzakis The Best Evidence Rule, as codified in Federal Rule of Evidence 1002, provides that an original writing, recording, or photograph is required to prove the contents of the document. A case out of the federal courts in Texas addressed this issue head on.

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Everything You Need to Know About Motion Practice 

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The party filing the motion to dismiss contempt of the court must have compelling evidence and argument. This evidence should show contempt charges are false or unwarranted. It is to suppress evidence, summary judgment or a new trial, or any other relief you want from the court. Gather-Evidence 4.