Article 71. Means of proof

Any factual information that serves as a basis for the court to determine, in the manner prescribed by law, the existence or non-existence of circumstances justifying the claims and objections of the parties, as well as other circumstances of relevance for the correct resolution of the case, shall constitute evidence in a civil case. This information shall be established by the following means, namely: the explanations of the parties, third parties, and their legal representatives, the testimony of witnesses, material, written, and digital evidence, expert opinions, and the advice (explanations) of specialists.

Data contained in anonymous letters and other information the origin of which is unknown or those obtained in violation of the law shall not be deemed evidence.

Explanations of the parties and third parties and witness testimonies may be obtained by using videoconferencing systems in line with the procedure established by Article 209 of this Code.