Relevance Flashcards
1
Q
What is relevant evidence?
A
Evidence that has any tendency to make a fact that is of consequence in determining the action, more or less probable
2
Q
When is Relevant Evidence admissible?
A
Whenever, unless the Constitution, federal statute, FRE, or Supreme Court says otherwise
3
Q
When is irrelevant evidence admissible?
A
NEVER
4
Q
When may a court exclude relevant evidence?
A
If the pragmatic considerations outweigh the probative value of the evidence
5
Q
What are the two key concepts to relevance?
A
Materiality & probative value
6
Q
Materiality
A
focuses on the purpose for which evidence is offered
