Rule 606(b)

Question 1

Rule 606(b)

Answer 1

Renders jurors incompetent to testify only as to three subjects:

1. Any matter or statement occurring during deliberation
2. The effect of anything upon the mind or emotions of any juror as it relates to his or her assent to or dissent from the verdict, and
3. The mental processes of the juror in connection with his assent to or dissent from the verdict

Question 2

When does 606(b) apply?

Answer 2

applies “during an inquiry into the validity of a verdict.