Apni Law Staff asked 1 year ago
In a property dispute lingering for nearly a decade in a district court in India, the defendants failed to present any evidence or witnesses. After their turn to present evidence ended, they requested to introduce 7-8 new witnesses, which the court rejected. Would this inaction by the defendants potentially harm the plaintiff in the long run? Could the defendants argue in the district court, or later in the High Court, that they were unfairly denied the chance to present their case through witnesses?
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Apni Law Staff answered 1 year ago
While the defendants’ failure to present evidence could strengthen the plaintiff’s case, it’s unlikely to harm them in the long run if they have a valid defense. The defendants may argue unfair denial of presenting witnesses, but the court will likely consider their previous inaction and reasons for the late request. This might ultimately affect the outcome, depending on the court’s judgment on the merits of the case.
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