Rule 403 - Excluding relevant evidence for prejudice, confusion, waste of time, or other reasons

Question 1

When might a court exclude relevant evidence?

Answer 1

If its probative value is substantially outweighed by a danger of one or more of the following:

1) Unfair prejudice
2) Confusing the issues
3) Misleading the jury
4) Undue delay
5) Wasting time
6) Needlessly presenting cumulative evidence