Section 815-RICR-00-00-1.25 - Rules of Evidence - Official NoticeA. Rules of Evidence 1. Irrelevant, immaterial or unduly repetitious evidence shall be excluded in all proceedings wherein evidence is taken. While the rules of evidence as applied in civil cases in the Superior Court of this state shall be followed to the extent practicable, the Division shall not be bound by technical evidentiary rules. Evidence not otherwise admissible may be submitted, unless precluded by statute, when necessary to ascertain facts not reasonably susceptible of proof under the rules, if it is of a type commonly relied upon by reasonably prudent persons in the conduct of their affairs. The rules of privilege recognized by law shall apply. Objections to evidentiary offers may be made and shall be noted in the record.B. Exhibits, Copies 1. In all cases wherein evidence is taken, documentary evidence may be received in the form of copies or excerpts, if the original is not readily available. Upon request, parties shall be given an opportunity to compare the copy with the original.C. Administrative Notice 1. In all proceedings wherein evidence is taken, notice may be taken of judicially cognizable facts. In addition, notice may be taken of generally recognized technical or scientific facts.815 R.I. Code R. 815-RICR-00-00-1.25