Attorney Brown Intends to Introduce at Trial an Ancient Document

question 55

Multiple Choice

Attorney Brown intends to introduce at trial an ancient document and intends to do so without authentication. What criteria must be met in order for Attorney Brown to get the document admitted without authentication?

• A) The document must appear to be genuine and must show no indication of modification or forgery.
• B) The document must be authenticated by someone who is familiar with the document's creator and can attest to the reliability of the document.
• C) The document must have been handled as an original document and kept in a secure and safe location.
• D) All of the above are required.
• E) Only a and c are required.

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