In the law of evidence, independent supporting evidence required to confirm the unsworn testimony of a child before it can be acted upon is known as ________.

The material states that unsworn child evidence should not be admitted or acted upon unless corroborated. It further notes that a person cannot be convicted on uncorroborated unsworn evidence of a child. **Key takeaway:** The corroboration requirement attaches to the child’s unsworn evidence described in the notes. **Glossary:** Corroboration: independent supporting evidence.