Maxim 9.1.4
A confession made in court is stronger than any proof.
Confessio facta in judicio omni probatione major est.
Source: Jenk. Cent. 102; 11 Co. 30; Weisman, 39b
Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable
Explanation
A voluntary admission before the tribunal supersedes the need for extrinsic evidence on the admitted point.
Where this applies
- The other party admitted in court that they owe me money but now they're trying to bring in witnesses to say otherwise.
- Someone confessed to the charges but their lawyer wants to present evidence contradicting the confession.
- A party made a statement on the record acknowledging the facts but now disputes them.
Topics
Legal domains
See also
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 9.1.4 — A confession made in court is stronger than any proof. — Jenk. Cent. 102; 11 Co. 30; Weisman, 39b (Confessio facta in judicio omni probatione major est.)
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