Evidence Flashcards
Test your knowledge of the laws regulating Evidence
1
Q
What are the 6 conditions that would cause evidence to be excluded according to FRCP Rule 403(b) for their negative effects on a jury?
A
- Unfair Prejudice
- Confuse the Issue
- Mislead the Jury
- Cause Undue Delay
- Waste Time
- Needlessly Cumulative
2
Q
What are the 5 non-character purposes for introducing evidence of past wrongdoing?
A
- Establishing Motive
- Establishing Intent
- Proving mistake (or lack thereof)
- Establishing Identity
- Establishing the existence of a common plan or scheme
3
Q
What are the 4 non-character methods of impeaching a witness?
A
- Prior Inconsistent Statements
- Sensory Deficiencies
- Bias
- Contradiction
