Ontario Private Investigator Practice Exam

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What is Hearsay Evidence?

Direct testimony from a witness
A witness presents a statement made to them by another person
A written statement by a witness
Evidence collected personally by a judge

The correct answer is: A witness presents a statement made to them by another person

Hearsay evidence is when a witness presents a statement made to them by another person. This is considered unreliable as the person who originally made the statement is not present to be cross-examined. This type of evidence is not allowed in court as it goes against the principle of being able to directly question and challenge the source of the information. The other options, such as direct testimony from a witness, a written statement by a witness, and evidence collected personally by a judge, do not fit the definition of hearsay evidence and are therefore incorrect.