objections pt 2

Question 1

608

Answer 1

evidence of character and conduct of witness

(a) : opinion and reputation evidence of character
(b) : specific instances of conduct

Question 2

704

Answer 2

opinion on ultimate issue:
the opinion of of a witness can be given on the ultimate issue and is admissible UNLESS lay witness starts to give scientific/explanation why which is outside the scope of their knowledge

Question 3

602

Answer 3

lack of personal knowledge:
a witness may not testify to a matter unless evidence is introduced sufficient to support a finding that the witness has personal knowledge of the matter.

Question 4

610

Answer 4

religious beliefs or opinions: evidence of the beliefs or opinions of a witness on matters of religion is not admissible for the purpose for showing that by reason of their nature the witness’ credibility is impaired or enhanced

Question 5

613

Answer 5

prior statements of witnesses:

(a) : examining witness concerning prior statement
(b) : extrinsic evidence of prior inconsistent statement of witness

Question 6

702

Answer 6

testimony by expert witness:
if scientific, technical, or other specialized knowledge will assist the trier of fact to understand the evidence or to a determine a face in issue, a witness qualified as an expert by knowledge, skill, experience, training or education may testify thereto in the form of an opinion or otherwise if (2) the testimony is based upon unsuffcients facts or data (2) the testimony is the produce of reliable principles and methods (3) the witness has applies the principles and methods reliably to the facts of the case