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Peirce v. Chase
8 Mass. 487
Mass.
1812
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Proof that a witness has confessed himself interested in the event of a cause is not sufficient to disqualify him. But where it is proved that the party, by whom the witness is introduced, has acknowledged him so interested, the witness ought not to be sworn. As the deposition of Legate was therefore im properly admitted at the trial, the verdict in this case must be se aside, and a new trial granted.

Case Details

Case Name: Peirce v. Chase
Court Name: Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court
Date Published: Mar 15, 1812
Citation: 8 Mass. 487
Court Abbreviation: Mass.
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