Discuss judicial notice as a substitute for evidence. Which of the following should there be judicial notice of, and which should require presentation of evidence? Explain your answers.

Evidence

This week we discuss judicial notice as a substitute for evidence. Which of the following should there be judicial notice of, and which should require presentation of evidence? Explain your answers.

1. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.

2. The postal carrier delivers mail on the west side of Main Street first, then the east side of Main Street.

3. The even numbered addresses are on the west side of Main Street, the odd numbered addresses are on the east side of Main Street.

4. Main Street is a paved road.