Explanation

Mental illness by itself does not automatically make a person incompetent as a

witness.

Explanation

Mental illness by itself does not automatically make a person incompetent as a

witness.

Explanation

Article 46 makes certain statements of deceased/unavailable persons relevant.

uch statements may be relevant when they fall within specified circumstances, such as:

• A statement made by a person as to the cause of their death.
• A statement made in the ordinary course of business.
• A statement against the person's pecuniary or proprietary interest.
• A statement concerning a public right, custom, or matter of general interest.
• A statement relating to relationship by blood, marriage, or adoption, where the person had special means of knowledge.
• Statements concerning family affairs, made before the dispute arose.

Explanation

Article 22 covers facts necessary for explanation,

identification, time/place and relationship of parties.

Dying declarations are recognized as an exception to the hearsay rule.

Explanation

Article 50 concerns statements in maps, charts and plans.