Fairness in Cross-Examination: Understanding the Rule in Browne v Dunn
Author: Rosanna Adams
Translations for this guide are currently under review.
Fairness in Cross-Examination: Understanding the Rule in Browne v Dunn is a guide designed for clients as well as family law advocates and support workers assisting self-represented litigants.
When you present evidence in a family law trial, you need to follow certain rules. One important rule for trial and cross-examination is the rule in the legal case Browne v Dunn. This rule concerns how you can challenge state ments from the other party or a witness that contradict your own evidence. This guide reviews the rule in Browne v Dunn and how it applies in a family law trial.
The Supreme Court Family Rules, various requirements, and other resources mentioned in this guide are subject to frequent changes. This document aims to serve as an informational guide only and a starting-off point for further inquiry and consultation with your supervising lawyer.
Please note that nothing in this document is to be construed as being legal advice or considered to be legal advice.
We are thankful to the Department of Justice Canada’s - Independent Legal Advice program for the funding for this guide.