California · Evidence Code

EVID §411: Except where additional evidence is required by statute, the direct evidence of one witness who is entitled to full credit is sufficient for proof of any fact.

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One credible witness's direct evidence is sufficient to prove any fact in legal proceedings, unless a statute requires additional evidence.

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Except where additional evidence is required by statute, the direct evidence of one witness who is entitled to full credit is sufficient for proof of any fact.

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