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N.C.G.S. § 8-97

Photographs as substantive or illustrative evidence.

Effective date
2026-08-08
Last verified
2026-08-09
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Any party may introduce a photograph, video tape, motion picture, X-ray or other photographic representation as substantive evidence upon laying a proper foundation and meeting other applicable evidentiary requirements. This section does not prohibit a party from introducing a photograph or other pictorial representation solely for the purpose of illustrating the testimony of a witness. (1981, c. 451, s. 1.)

Reviewed 2026-08-09 · source_verified