Ways to impeach

Question 1

Ways to impeach

Answer 1

1. Using prior statements
2. Truthful/untruthful
3. criminal convictions to impeach witness

Question 2

Using prior statements

Answer 2

Rule 613

Question 3

Two ways to introduce prior statement

Answer 3

1. showing statement during examination

2. extrinsic evidence

Question 4

T/F: Judge has to give limiting instructions when prior statement is used for the sole purpose for impeachment.

Answer 4

TRUE.

Question 5

Extrinsic evidence is ?

Answer 5

any evidence other than testimony from a witness

Question 6

EE is allowed under?

Answer 6

608(a), 609 + 613 for non-collateral

Question 7

EE is not allowed under?

Answer 7

608(b) + 613 - collateral.

Question 8

404(a)(1)

Answer 8

Prohibition of propensity

Question 9

Propensity is?

Answer 9

evidence of a character trait to show that on a particular occasion the person acted in accordance with that trait or their character.

Question 10

Impeaching takes place when ___ ?

Answer 10

the witness is on the stand.

Question 11

Impeaching applies to what rules? [3]

Answer 11

608, 609 + 613

Question 12

Impeachment techniques? [4]

Answer 12

show impairment of memory or perception

demonstrate inconsistencies in story

show bias

attack for un/truthfulness [609]

Question 13

Rule 613

Answer 13

prior statements