Exhibits to witness statements and affidavits


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Practice notes

Exhibits to witness statements and affidavits


Published by a ÀÏ˾»úÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Dispute Resolution expert

Practice notes
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This Practice Note focuses on exhibits to factual witness statements and affidavits. It explains what an exhibit is and sets out practical considerations to take into account when preparing exhibits, setting out where the requirements differ between witness statements and affidavits. It gives guidance on the form of the exhibit (eg on pagination), how to organise exhibit bundles, how to deal with voluminous exhibits, defective exhibits and non-document exhibits, and also gives guidance on witness statements in relation to exhibit preparation.

Depending on the court in which your matter is proceeding, additional provisions may apply—see further: Court specific guidance.

This Practice Note should be read in conjunction with Practice Notes: Affidavits, `Witness statements—substantive content and Drafting witness statements—technical requirements.

Exhibits to witness statements and affidavits

An exhibit is a document or documents (or other item) used in conjunction with a witness statement or affidavit. Exhibits are referred to in, but remain separate, from the witness statement or affidavit. An exhibit can take many forms, eg photographs, drawings, spreadsheets, correspondence, agreements etc (see CPR PD 32, para 11, CPR

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