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Evidence Law (2nd Edition)

洪浩Peking University Press · ChinaAug 2025

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76
ISBN
9787301086773
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Summary

This book explains the concept, theoretical foundations, and research objects of evidence law, and traces the historical development of evidence systems in China and abroad. Based on a discussion of various theories concerning the concept and attributes of evidence, it reconsiders the concept and attributes of evidence and details the types and classification methods of evidence. The book also carefully explains the scope covered by objects of proof and elucidates the standards of proof and burden of proof. It introduces each stage of litigation proof and analyzes various rules of evidence.

Editor's review

As the second edition of an evidence law textbook, this book maintains a complete system and clear structure: starting from legal concepts and theoretical foundations, it traces the evolution of evidence systems in China and abroad, then unfolds layer by layer the concept and attributes of evidence, types and classification of evidence, objects of proof, standards of proof and burden of proof, and finally addresses each stage of litigation proof and the rules of evidence. This "history—theory—rules—application" structure enables readers to understand both the origins of institutional change and the logic of applying current rules. The book's discussion of various theories on the concept of evidence does not rush to conclusions but presents the contours of controversy, which helps cultivate critical thinking. For law students, it is suitable for reading alongside courses in criminal procedure and civil procedure, fostering an integrated understanding of procedural law and evidence rules; for practitioners, it can serve as a desk reference for consulting the evidence rules system. Note that the textbook format means some content emphasizes systematic organization, and details of case operation require supplementation with casebooks. The specific revisions in the second edition are not described in the available materials; readers may consult the publisher's version information.

Who it's for

A good fit for

  • Undergraduate and graduate students in law, for use alongside procedural law courses
  • Candidates preparing for the legal profession qualification examination who need a systematic review of evidence rules
  • Judges, prosecutors, lawyers, and other practitioners consulting the evidence law system
  • Readers interested in the evidence system with some legal background

Not a good fit for

  • General readers with no legal background who seek an easy introduction
  • Practitioners new to the field who want only case techniques and do not care about institutional principles
  • Advanced researchers seeking in-depth comparative law study or materials for specialized papers

Reading tips

  1. Read through in the order of "institutional evolution—concept and attributes—stages of proof—rules of evidence," building the system first and then working on details.
  2. Read in comparison with textbooks on criminal procedure and civil procedure, noting differences in the same rule across different types of litigation.
  3. After each chapter, draw a one-page concept map of that chapter to check whether you have truly mastered the system.
  4. Examination candidates may use past exam questions to locate high-frequency test points, but should not substitute drilling questions for understanding principles.

About the publisher

Peking University Press China · Founded in 1979

Peking University Press is a comprehensive university press whose publishing areas cover classical literature, popular science, social culture, world history, Western philosophy, and culture. Its catalogue contains 6,031 titles, with representative books including A Dream of Red Mansions, Relativity: The Special and General Theory (15th Edition) (with Einstein's classic papers on unified field theory and other topics), Elements, Conics, The Aristocratic Families of the Eastern Jin, The Philosophy of Mythology (Volume I), The Philosophy of Mythology (Volume II), and The Origin of Continents and Oceans. Representative authors include Cao Xueqin, Zhou Ruchang, Albert Einstein, Euclid, Apollonius, Tian Yuqing, Schelling, and Xian Gang. The press has developed distinctive strengths in classical Chinese literature and in the translation of Western philosophical classics, while also covering scientific classics and social and cultural studies. As public information is limited, this description is based only on the books in the catalogue and offers no further extrapolation.

Contents

  1. 版权信息
  2. 第二版说明
  3. 《法学精品课程系列教材》编委会名单
  4. 总序
  5. 第一章 证据法学概述
  6. 第一节 证据法的概念、功能和性质
  7. 第二节 证据法的基本原则
  8. 第三节 证据法学的理论基础
  9. 第四节 证据法学的研究对象和研究方法
  10. 第二章 证据制度的历史沿革
  11. 第一节 神明裁判
  12. 第二节 法定证据制度
  13. 第三节 自由心证证据制度
  14. 第四节 诉讼模式与证据制度
  15. 第五节 中国证据制度的发展演变
  16. 第三章 证据概述
  17. 第一节 证据的概念和功能
  18. 第二节 国外对于证据属性的认识
  19. 第三节 我国对证据属性的认识
  20. 第四章 证据的种类
  21. 第一节 证据种类概述
  22. 第二节 物 证
  23. 第三节 书 证
  24. 第四节 证人证言
  25. 第五节 当事人陈述
  26. 第六节 刑事被害人陈述
  27. 第七节 犯罪嫌疑人、被告人的供述与辩解
  28. 第八节 鉴定结论
  29. 第九节 勘验、检查笔录和现场笔录
  30. 第十节 视听资料
  31. 第五章 证据的分类
  32. 第一节 证据分类的概述
  33. 第二节 国外的证据分类
  34. 第三节 言词证据和实物证据
  35. 第四节 原始证据和传来证据
  36. 第五节 有罪证据和无罪证据
  37. 第六节 本证与反证
  38. 第七节 直接证据和间接证据
  39. 第六章 证明对象
  40. 第一节 证明概述
  41. 第二节 证明对象的概念和特征
  42. 第三节 程序法事实、证据事实与证明对象
  43. 第四节 刑事、民事和行政诉讼中的证明对象
  44. 第七章 证明标准
  45. 第一节 证明标准的概念与内容
  46. 第二节 自由心证的证明标准
  47. 第三节 排除合理存疑的证明标准
  48. 第四节 优势证据的证明标准
  49. 第五节 客观真实的证明标准
  50. 第八章 证明责任
  51. 第一节 证明责任概述
  52. 第二节 统一的诉讼证明责任
  53. 第三节 诉讼证明责任的分配
  54. 第四节 诉讼证明责任的分担
  55. 第五节 推 定
  56. 第九章 证据的收集与保全
  57. 第一节 证据的收集和保全概述
  58. 第二节 证据收集和保全的具体内容和方法
  59. 第十章 证据的审查判断
  60. 第一节 证据的审查判断概述
  61. 第二节 审查判断证据的内容与步骤
  62. 第三节 对各种证据的审查判断
  63. 第十一章 认证
  64. 第一节 认证概述
  65. 第二节 认证的对象与客体
  66. 第三节 认证的分类与方式
  67. 第四节 认证的一般内容
  68. 第十二章 证据规则
  69. 第一节 证据规则概述
  70. 第二节 违法证据排除规则
  71. 第三节 传闻证据排除规则
  72. 第四节 自白排除规则
  73. 第五节 特权规则
  74. 第六节 最佳证据规则
  75. 参考书目
  76. 后记

FAQ

What is the difference between the second edition and the first edition?
The available materials only indicate that this is the second edition and do not specify the content or extent of revisions. It is advisable to check the edition information on the publisher's website or the copyright page before deciding whether to replace an existing copy. Readers who already have the first edition may focus on updates to the rules of evidence.
Can readers without a law major understand it?
This is a law textbook that assumes readers have basic knowledge of jurisprudence and procedural law. Readers without a legal background may find the conceptual connections difficult if they read it directly; it is advisable to first cover introductory content in civil procedure and criminal procedure before starting this book.
Is this book helpful for preparing for the legal profession qualification examination?
The book systematically covers the concept and types of evidence, objects of proof, standards and burden of proof, rules of evidence, and other content, which overlaps considerably with the knowledge system of the evidence section of the legal profession qualification examination and can serve as a reference for systematic review. However, the examination has its own syllabus and question types, so examination books and past-question practice should still be the main focus.
Are there many cases in the book?
Judging from the introduction, the book focuses on conceptual discussion, institutional review, and rule explanation, and does not emphasize case-based teaching. To understand rule application through specific cases, it is advisable to read it together with case tutorials or judicial documents, so that principles and practice complement each other.

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About the author

洪浩 Author

Hong Hao is an author of legal books, though limited public information is available about his education, positions, and research focus. Judging from the two works listed in the catalog, his interests span legal practice and legal education. The Study of Priority Rights in Construction Projects: Doctrines, Institutions, and Cases combines doctrinal review, institutional analysis, and case examination around the specific system of construction project priority rights, reflecting a practice-oriented approach. Evidence Law (2nd Edition) is a textbook or teaching material in the field of evidence law, indicating that the author also addresses evidence rules and proof in litigation in a systematic way. Overall, Hong Hao's writing balances theoretical exposition with the use of cases, with topics centered on concrete issues in legal application, making his works suitable for legal practitioners and law students.

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