magánokiratot

Magánokirat is a Hungarian legal term that translates to "private document." It refers to a document created by individuals or private entities, as opposed to public documents issued by state or official bodies. The key characteristic of a magánokirat is that it is not authenticated by a public authority, such as a notary public.

In Hungary, a magánokirat can serve as evidence in legal proceedings. Its evidentiary value depends on its content and how it was created. For example, a signed contract between two individuals is generally considered a magánokirat. If its authenticity is challenged, the party relying on the document may need to prove its validity.

Common examples of magánokirat include letters, emails, private agreements, invoices, and personal notes. While these documents can be legally significant and admissible in court, they typically carry less weight than officially certified public documents. The law distinguishes between private documents that are simply signed and those that are formally witnessed or notarized, the latter often gaining a higher degree of legal certainty. The specific rules governing the creation, use, and evidentiary power of magánokirat are detailed in Hungarian civil procedure law.