+Hearsay is an out-of-court statement offered in court to prove the truth of the matter asserted. It is generally inadmissible as [Evidence](/wiki/Evidence) because the person who made the statement cannot be cross-examined. This rule seeks to ensure [Fair Trial](/wiki/Fair_Trial) by requiring direct testimony.
+## See also
+- [Court](/wiki/Court)
+- [Witness](/wiki/Witness)
+- [Law](/wiki/Law)
... 1 more lines