objections Flashcards
Ambiguous & vague question
Use when: either the question asked towards a witness or answer given from a witness is vague and ambiguous.
Purpose: used to help a witness avoid answering a confusing question, or help an attorney get a more precise response.
If sustained: whoever the objection was against will ask a more specific question
Compound question
Use when: an opposing attorney asks two or more questions in one combined sentence.
Purpose: simply just for clarity, compound questions can be confusing for witness/jury/judge/court record
If sustained: separate the compound questions into individual questions
Assumption of facts not in evidence
Misquote or mischaracterize testimony Rule
Narrative answer or question Rule
Non-responsive answer (cross-examination)
Asked and Answered
Harassing/embarrassing witness
Argumentative question
Leading question (direct examination)
Improper authentication (documents, voices, etc)
Character evidence offered for improper purpose
Character evidence improper method of proving credibility, conduct reputation, truthfulness
Habit & routine not in conformity
Judicial notice, improper foundation
Relevant/irrelevant
Relevant evidence inadmissible, Danger of unfair prejudice, mislead jury,
Undue delay, surprise, confusion of issues
Cumulative evidence
Prior inconsistent statement not properly presented
Witness called by Court improper grounds
Lack of personal knowledge
Lack of foundation
Improper opinion testimony by lay witness
Expert testimony objection
Expert opinion objections
Calls for legal conclusion by lay witness
Hearsay definitions
Hearsay general rule
Hearsay exception declarant available
Hearsay exception declarant unavailable
Hearsay residual exception
