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See also in this chapter III.G.2.2. and III.G.2.3.

Witness testimony may be given in writing (written witness statements/statutory declarations) or orally (hearing of witness).

CLR III G 4.2 Probative value of evidence on a case-by-case basis

CLR III G 4.1 Principle of free evaluation of evidence

CLR III G 4 Evaluation of evidence

4.1. Principle of free evaluation of evidence

4.2. Probative value of evidence on a case-by-case basis

4.3. Standard of proof

CLR III G 3.3 Right to be heard

An opposition division's refusal to consider evidence filed in due time infringes a party's fundamental right to free choice of evidence and the right to be heard (T 142/97, OJ 2000, 358).

CLR III G 3.2 Time frame for submitting evidence

This section concerns when the parties should submit evidence and when the taking of evidence should be requested or ordered. It should be read together with chapter III.G.3.3. below, which deals with the issue of respect of the right to be heard where the department decides not to consider the evidence offered.

CLR III G 3.1 Relevance of the evidence

CLR III G 3 Taking of evidence

3.1. Relevance of the evidence

3.2. Time frame for submitting evidence

3.3. Right to be heard

CLR III G 4.2.1.B Evaluation of evidence by the department of first instance

CLR III G 4.2.1.A Credibility of allegedly linked witnesses

CLR III G 4.2.1 Witness testimony and written statements