Approaches-Evidence

Question 1

Relevancy

Answer 1

1. Logical
2. Legal
3. Limited Admissibility

Question 2

Character Evidence

Answer 2

1. Purpose Offered
   
   • Character itself in issue
   • Probably Past Conduct
   • To Impeach
2. Type of Evidence
   
   • Specific Acts
   • Opinion
   • Reputation

Question 3

Impeachment

Answer 3

1. Honesty/Veracity
   
   • Prior Bad Acts
   • Convicted of Crime
   • Poor Reputation - Truthfulness
2. Bias
3. Prior Inconsistent Statements
4. Contradiction
5. Attack on Sensory Perceptions

Question 4

Documentary

Answer 4

1. Relevancy
2. Authentication
3. Best Evidence
4. Hearsay
5. Privileges
6. Parol Evidence Rule

Question 5

Hearsay

Answer 5

1. Out of Court Declarant
2. Out of Court Statement
   
   • Oral
   • Written
   • Conduct
3. Offered to prove the truth of the matter
4. Exclusions
5. Exemptions
   
   • F.R.E.
6. Exceptions

Question 6

Privileges

Answer 6

1. Relationships
2. Communication
3. Confidential
4. Holder
5. Waiver
6. Exceptions