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West Virginia Court Rules
West Virginia Rules of Evidence
Article X - Contents of Writings; Recordings & Photographs
Rule 1007 - Testimony or Statement of a Party to Prove Content

W.Va. R. Evid. 1007

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As amended through January 31, 2024
Rule 1007 - Testimony or Statement of a Party to Prove Content

The proponent may prove the content of a writing, recording, or photograph by the testimony, deposition, or written statement of the party against whom the evidence is offered. The proponent need not account for the original.

W.va. R. Evid. 1007

COMMENT ON RULE 1007

Rule 1007 is taken verbatim from its federal counterpart and is substantively the same as the current state rule.