The parol evidence rule means:
A)If a contract is in writing the court will not hear other evidence to interpret the terms of the contract
B)If a contract is in writing the courts will accept other evidence to interpret the terms of the contract
C)Most contracts have to be in writing to be valid
D)if someone behaves in jail they can be released early
E)Any evidence of earlier discussions that can help a court interpret a contract must be considered even if the terms are clear

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The parol evidence rule states that if a contract is in writing and is intended to be a complete and final representation of the parties' agreement, then the court will not consider outside evidence to interpret the terms of the contract, except in certain circumstances such as ambiguity or fraud.

The Parol Evidence Rule Means