Evidence Nevada

Question 1

relevance

Answer 1

To be admitted, all evidence must be relevant. Evidence is relevant if it tends to prove or disprove a material fact.

Question 2

hearsay

Answer 2

Hearsay is an out of court statement offered to prove the truth of the matter asserted. Hearsay in inadmissible unless it falls within an exception.

Question 3

party admission

Answer 3

A statement that is made by a party and offered against that party is not hearsay.

Question 4

attorney-client privilege

Answer 4

Communications between an attorney and client, made during a professional consultation, are privileged from disclosure.

Question 5

prior similar events

Answer 5

Evidence of prior similar events are excluded as not legally relevant to prove the issue in the present case. The probative value of such evidence is outweighed by unfair prejudice. The jury would likely penalize the defendant for the past offense rather than limiting its determination to the current facts.

Question 6

authentication

Answer 6

All real or documentary evidence must be authenticated as genuine and that it is what it purports to be.

Question 7

best evidence rule

Answer 7

When proving the contents of a writing, including a photograph, the original writing must be produced.