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The copy of the record shall be admissible in evidence to the same extent as though the original thereof were offered and the custodian has been present and testified to the matters stated in the affidavit.
The affidavit shall be admissible in evidence and the matters stated therein shall be presumed true in the absence of preponderance of evidence to the contrary. When more than one person has knowledge of the facts, more than one affidavit may be made.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - West Virginia Code Chapter 57. Evidence and Witnesses § 57-5-4f. Hospital records; admissibility of copies and affidavits - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wv/chapter-57-evidence-and-witnesses/wv-code-sect-57-5-4f/
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