Cases in which secondary evidence relating to documents may be given. 60. Secondary evidence may be given of the existence, condition, or contents of a document in the following cases, namely: — (a) when the original is shown or appears to be in the possession or power— (i) of the person against whom the document … Read more
Proof of documents by primary evidence. 59. Documents shall be proved by primary evidence except in the cases hereinafter mentioned.
Secondary evidence. 58. Secondary evidence includes— (i) certified copies given under the provisions hereinafter contained; (ii) copies made from the original by mechanical processes which in themselves ensure the accuracy of the copy, and copies compared with such copies; (iii) copies made from or compared with the original; (iv) counterparts of documents as against the … Read more