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"It is the duty of the legal authority to hear and study the arguments presented. Likewise, all parties must be guaranteed the right to present evidence in support of their claims; and the respective authority has an obligation to weigh up the evidence and to evaluate the claims presented by both parties."

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OAS: Observing Electoral Justice Systems: A Manual for OAS Election Observation Missions, p. 17

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Observing Electoral Justice Systems: A Manual for OAS Election Observation Missions

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Everyone is entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, impartial, and independent tribunal in determination of his/her rights.
The opportunity should exist to present evidence in support of a complaint.