On-the-spot record refers to the activity of recording the oral statements of the parties, witnesses, criminal suspects or victims in legal procedures such as case investigation, inquiry and inquest. The core value of on-site transcripts is to record facts and objectively present the statements of the parties in the form of written records. Theoretically, on-site transcripts should be completed on the spot. This can ensure the authenticity and objectivity of the record and avoid omitting or adding false content when making the record. However, in practice, sometimes due to the limitations of venue, equipment, personnel and time, it is impossible to complete all the transcripts on the spot. Therefore, in the case of field visits and inspections. On-site transcripts can be made on the spot and then returned to the office and other places with good conditions for confirmation, revision and improvement. The key point of this method is to review, supplement and improve the records in time to ensure the authenticity and objectivity of the records. When making on-site transcripts, we need to follow the principles of objectivity, truthfulness, completeness, accuracy and clarity, and exclude the influence of subjective assumptions and personal emotional factors. At the same time, we should respect the statements of the parties and witnesses, and we should not intentionally believe or deny their words.
Do you need the signature of the parties for the on-site record? On-site transcripts are generally drawn up by investigators and signed or sealed by the parties and witnesses after confirmation. If the parties or witnesses refuse to sign, they may leave relevant records at the scene and explain the reasons.
On-the-spot record is an important form of written record in litigation, which is very important for objectively presenting the contents of the parties' statements. Making on-site transcripts shall follow the principles of truthfulness, objectivity, completeness, accuracy and clarity, respect the statements of the parties and witnesses, and provide effective evidence for the investigation and trial of the case.
Legal basis:
Article 63 of the Criminal Procedure Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) * * * The transcripts of the parties and witnesses shall be read to them in their presence, signed or sealed by them, or signed by more than two people. If the parties and witnesses have opinions on the revision of the written record, they may supplement or correct it after verification, and sign or seal it.