Introduction
I. Doctrine [slug: volume-i-doctrine]
- 1. An Introduction to Evidence Law [slug: chapter-1-an-introduction-to-evidence-law]
  - 1.1 Defining "Evidence" [slug: section-1-1-defining-evidence]
  - 1.2 Philosophical Underpinnings of Evidence
  - 1.3 Historical Evolution and Sources of Evidence Law
  - 1.4 Key Roles in the Evidentiary Process
- 2. Relevance, Probative Value, and Unfair Prejudice [slug: chapter-2-relevance-probative-value-and-unfair-prejudice]
  - 2.1 Relevance: The Tendency Test [slug: section-2-1-relevance-the-tendency-test]
    - 2.1.1 Defining Logical Relevance (Probativeness)
    - 2.1.2 Defining Materiality (Fact of Consequence)
    - 2.1.3 The General Rule of Admissibility for Relevant Evidence
  - 2.2 Conditional Relevance [slug: section-2-2-conditional-relevance]
    - 2.2.1 Evidence Dependent on Establishing Another Fact
    - 2.2.2 Judge's Screening Role vs. Jury's Determination
  - 2.3 Excluding Relevant Evidence: Unfair Prejudice, Confusion, Delay [slug: section-2-3-excluding-relevant-evidence-unfair-prejudice-confusion-delay]
    - 2.3.1 The Balancing Act
    - 2.3.2 Defining and Identifying Unfair Prejudice
    - None a. Gruesome or Inflammatory Images
    - None b. Controversial Artistic Expression (e.g., Rap Lyrics)
    - None c. Misleading Probabilistic Evidence
    - 2.3.3 Confusion of the Issues & Misleading the Jury
    - 2.3.4 Undue Delay, Waste of Time, Needless Cumulation
    - 2.3.5 The Effect of Stipulations
- 3. Specialized Relevance Rules: Extrinsic Policy Exclusions [slug: chapter-3-specialized-relevance-rules-extrinsic-policy-exclusions]
  - 3.1 Introduction: Balancing Relevance Against Social Policies [slug: section-3-1-introduction-balancing-relevance-against-social-policies]
  - 3.2 Subsequent Remedial Measures [slug: section-3-2-subsequent-remedial-measures]
    - 3.2.1 The Rule and Its Rationale (Encouraging Safety Measures)
    - 3.2.2 Scope and Timing ("After an Earlier Injury or Harm")
    - 3.2.3 Permitted Uses (Impeachment, Ownership/Control, Feasibility)
  - 3.3 Offers to Pay Medical and Similar Expenses [slug: section-3-3-offers-to-pay-medical-and-similar-expenses]
    - 3.3.1 The Rule and Its Rationale (Encouraging Humanitarian Aid)
    - 3.3.2 Scope: Offer/Payment vs. Accompanying Statements/Conduct
  - 3.4 Liability Insurance [slug: section-3-4-liability-insurance]
    - 3.4.1 The Rule and Its Rationale (Avoiding Prejudice)
    - 3.4.2 Permitted Uses (Bias, Agency, Ownership/Control)
  - 3.5 Compromise Offers and Negotiations [slug: section-3-5-compromise-offers-and-negotiations]
    - 3.5.1 The Rule and Its Rationale (Encouraging Settlement)
    - 3.5.2 Scope (Offers, Conduct, Statements during Negotiations)
    - 3.5.3 Requirement of a "Dispute"
    - 3.5.4 Permitted Uses (Bias, Undue Delay, Obstruction, Proving Notice)
  - 3.6 Pleas, Plea Discussions, and Related Statements [slug: section-3-6-pleas-plea-discussions-and-related-statements]
    - 3.6.1 The Rule and Its Rationale (Encouraging Plea Bargaining)
    - 3.6.2 Scope (Withdrawn Pleas, Nolo Pleas, Statements in Rule 11/Comparable Proceedings)
    - 3.6.3 Exceptions (Completeness, Perjury Prosecutions)
- 4. Character Evidence [slug: chapter-4-character-evidence]
  - 4.1 Character Evidence Basics: The Propensity Ban [slug: section-4-1-character-evidence-basics-the-propensity-ban]
    - 4.1.1 Defining Character vs. Conduct vs. Credibility
    - 4.1.2 The Danger of Propensity Reasoning
    - 4.1.3 The General Prohibition
  - 4.2 Prior Acts for Non-Propensity Purposes (FRE 404(b)) [slug: section-4-2-prior-acts-for-non-propensity-purposes-fre-404b]
    - 4.2.1 The Rule and Permitted Uses (The "Quasi-Exceptions")
    - 4.2.2 Specific Permitted Purposes
    - None a. Motive
    - None b. Opportunity
    - None c. Intent
    - None d. Preparation
    - None e. Plan
    - None f. Knowledge
    - None g. Identity (including Modus Operandi)
    - None h. Absence of Mistake / Lack of Accident
    - 4.2.3 Procedural Requirements (Notice, Limiting Instructions)
    - 4.2.4 Foundational Standard for Proof of Prior Acts
    - 4.2.5 The Continued Role of FRE 403 Balancing
  - 4.3 Habit and Routine Practice [slug: section-4-3-habit-and-routine-practice]
    - 4.3.1 Distinguishing Habit from Character
    - 4.3.2 Admissibility to Prove Conduct in Conformity
    - 4.3.3 Methods of Proof
  - 4.4 Exceptions to the Propensity Ban in Criminal Cases [slug: section-4-4-exceptions-to-the-propensity-ban-in-criminal-cases]
    - 4.4.1 Character of the Defendant (The "Mercy Rule")
    - 4.4.2 Character of the Victim
    - 4.4.3 Methods of Proving Character When Permitted (Reputation/Opinion)
    - 4.4.4 Specific Instances When Character is an Essential Element
  - 4.5 Character Evidence of a Witness (Impeachment & Rehabilitation) [slug: section-4-5-character-evidence-of-a-witness-impeachment-rehabilitation]
    - 4.5.1 Relevance to Credibility
    - 4.5.2 Character for Truthfulness or Untruthfulness (FRE 608)
    - None a. Reputation or Opinion Testimony
    - None b. Specific Instances of Conduct (On Cross-Examination)
    - 4.5.3 Impeachment by Evidence of Criminal Conviction (FRE 609)
    - None a. Crimes Punishable by Death or >1 Year Imprisonment (Felonies)
    - None b. Crimes Involving Dishonesty or False Statement (Crimen Falsi)
    - None c. Time Limits, Pardons, Juvenile Adjudications
  - 4.6 Specialized Rules for Sex-Offense Cases [slug: section-4-6-specialized-rules-for-sex-offense-cases]
    - 4.6.1 Victim's Sexual Behavior or Predisposition (Rape Shield Laws)
    - None a. General Exclusionary Rule
    - None b. Exceptions in Criminal and Civil Cases
    - None c. Constitutional Limits (Confrontation/Due Process)
    - 4.6.2 Defendant's Other Sexual Offenses
  - 4.7 Alternative Approaches and Critiques of Character Evidence [slug: section-4-7-alternative-approaches-and-critiques-of-character-evidence]
  - 4.8 Summary and Review Chart: Navigating Character Evidence [slug: section-4-8-summary-and-review-chart-navigating-character-evidence]
- 5. Testimonial Evidence: Witnesses and Examination [slug: chapter-5-testimonial-evidence-witnesses-and-examination]
  - 5.1 Witness Competence and Eligibility [slug: section-5-1-witness-competence-and-eligibility]
    - 5.1.1 General Presumption of Competency
    - 5.1.2 Personal Knowledge Requirement
    - 5.1.3 Oath or Affirmation Requirement
    - 5.1.4 Prohibitions: Judge and Juror as Witness
    - 5.1.5 Special Considerations (Children, Mentally Impaired)
  - 5.2 Modes and Order of Examination [slug: section-5-2-modes-and-order-of-examination]
    - 5.2.1 Court's Control Over Examination
    - 5.2.2 Scope of Cross-Examination
    - 5.2.3 Leading Questions
    - 5.2.4 Court Calling and Interrogating Witnesses
    - 5.2.5 Excluding Witnesses (Sequestration)
  - 5.3 Impeachment and Rehabilitation [slug: section-5-3-impeachment-and-rehabilitation]
    - 5.3.1 Who May Impeach
    - 5.3.2 Overview of Impeachment Methods
    - None a. Bias, Interest, Prejudice, Corruption
    - None b. Sensory or Mental Capacity Defects
    - None c. Prior Inconsistent Statements (FRE 613 - Foundation, Extrinsic Evidence)
    - None d. Contradiction
    - None e. Character for Untruthfulness (See Chapter 4, Section 4.5.2)
    - None f. Prior Criminal Convictions (See Chapter 4, Section 4.5.3)
    - 5.3.3 Rehabilitation Techniques
    - None a. Explaining or Denying Impeaching Evidence
    - None b. Evidence of Character for Truthfulness (Opposing Attack - FRE 608(a))
    - None c. Prior Consistent Statements (See Chapter 6, Section 6.3.2)
  - 5.4 Refreshing Recollection and Recorded Recollection [slug: section-5-4-refreshing-recollection-and-recorded-recollection]
    - 5.4.1 Refreshing Recollection with Writings/Objects
    - 5.4.2 Recorded Recollection (Hearsay Exception - Contrast with 612)
    - None Part II: Hearsay, Opinions, Privileges, Writings, and Authentication
- 6. The Hearsay Conundrum [slug: chapter-6-the-hearsay-conundrum]
  - 6.1 The Rule Against Hearsay and Its Rationale [slug: section-6-1-the-rule-against-hearsay-and-its-rationale]
    - 6.1.1 The General Exclusionary Rule
    - 6.1.2 Defining Hearsay: The Core Elements
    - None a. "Statement" (Oral, Written, Nonverbal Conduct Intended as Assertion)
    - None b. "Declarant"
    - None c. Made "Out of Court" (Other than at current trial/hearing)
    - None d. Offered for the "Truth of the Matter Asserted" (TOMA)
    - 6.1.3 Understanding the Hearsay Dangers (Perception, Memory, Narration, Sincerity)
    - 6.1.4 The Problem of Implied Assertions
  - 6.2 Statements That Are Not Hearsay (Non-TOMA Uses) [slug: section-6-2-statements-that-are-not-hearsay-non-toma-uses]
    - 6.2.1 Verbal Acts (Legally Operative Conduct)
    - 6.2.2 Effect on Listener/Reader
    - 6.2.3 Circumstantial Evidence of Declarant's State of Mind
    - 6.2.4 Impeachment by Prior Inconsistent Statement (Non-Substantive Use)
  - 6.3 Statements Defined as Non-Hearsay (Exclusions under FRE 801(d)) [slug: section-6-3-statements-defined-as-non-hearsay-exclusions-under-fre-801d]
    - 6.3.1 Opposing Party's Statements (Formerly "Admissions")
    - None a. Party's Own Statement
    - None b. Adoptive Statements
    - None c. Authorized Statements
    - None d. Agent/Employee Statements
    - None e. Co-Conspirator Statements
    - 6.3.2 Declarant-Witness's Prior Statements
    - None a. Prior Inconsistent Statements (Made under penalty of perjury)
    - None b. Prior Consistent Statements (To rebut charge of fabrication/improper influence)
    - None c. Prior Statements of Identification
  - 6.4 Hearsay Exceptions: Availability of Declarant Immaterial (FRE 803) [slug: section-6-4-hearsay-exceptions-availability-of-declarant-immaterial-fre-803]
    - 6.4.1 Rationale: Circumstantial Guarantees of Trustworthiness
    - 6.4.2 Present Sense Impression
    - 6.4.3 Excited Utterance
    - 6.4.4 Then-Existing Mental, Emotional, or Physical Condition
    - 6.4.5 Statements for Purposes of Medical Diagnosis or Treatment
    - 6.4.6 Recorded Recollection
    - 6.4.7 Records of Regularly Conducted Activity (Business Records)
    - 6.4.8 Absence of a Record of Regularly Conducted Activity
    - 6.4.9 Public Records and Reports
    - 6.4.10 Absence of a Public Record
    - 6.4.11 Records of Vital Statistics
    - 6.4.12 Records Concerning Property Interests
    - 6.4.13 Ancient Documents
    - 6.4.14 Market Reports and Commercial Publications
    - 6.4.15 Learned Treatises, Periodicals, or Pamphlets
    - 6.4.16 Reputation Concerning Boundaries, History, Character
    - 6.4.17 Judgments of Previous Conviction / Other Judgments
  - 6.5 Hearsay Exceptions: Declarant Must Be Unavailable (FRE 804) [slug: section-6-5-hearsay-exceptions-declarant-must-be-unavailable-fre-804]
    - 6.5.1 Defining "Unavailability"
    - 6.5.2 Former Testimony
    - 6.5.3 Statement Under the Belief of Imminent Death (Dying Declaration)
    - 6.5.4 Statement Against Interest
    - 6.5.5 Statement of Personal or Family History
    - 6.5.6 Statement Offered Against a Party That Wrongfully Caused the Declarant's Unavailability (Forfeiture by Wrongdoing)
  - 6.6 The Residual Exception [slug: section-6-6-the-residual-exception]
    - 6.6.1 The "Catch-All" Provision
    - 6.6.2 Judicial Application and Interpretation (Sparingly Used)
  - 6.7 Structural Hearsay Issues & Related Rules [slug: section-6-7-structural-hearsay-issues-related-rules]
    - 6.7.1 Hearsay Within Hearsay (Multiple Hearsay)
    - 6.7.2 Attacking and Supporting the Declarant's Credibility
    - 6.7.3 Relationship to Personal Knowledge Requirement
    - 6.7.4 Judge's Role in Determining Admissibility (Preliminary Questions)
    - 6.7.5 Policy Considerations Reflected in Advisory Committee Notes
  - 6.8 The Confrontation Clause Interface (Introduction) [slug: section-6-8-the-confrontation-clause-interface-introduction]
    - 6.8.1 Constitutional Limitation in Criminal Cases (Preview Chapter 8)
    - 6.8.2 Focus on "Testimonial" Out-of-Court Statements
    - 6.8.3 Basic Crawford Framework (Unavailability & Prior Opportunity for Cross)
  - 6.9 Alternative Approaches and Strategic Considerations [slug: section-6-9-alternative-approaches-and-strategic-considerations]
    - 6.9.1 Historical Perspectives and Critiques
  - 6.10 Summary and Review: Navigating the Hearsay Maze [slug: section-6-10-summary-and-review-navigating-the-hearsay-maze]
- 7. Opinions and Expert Testimony [slug: chapter-7-opinions-and-expert-testimony]
  - 7.1 Lay Witness Opinion Testimony [slug: section-7-1-lay-witness-opinion-testimony]
    - 7.1.1 Requirements and Limitations
    - 7.1.2 Common Examples (Speed, Intoxication, Emotion, Sanity, Handwriting)
    - 7.1.3 Distinguishing Lay Opinion from Expert Opinion
    - 7.1.4 Notes on Practical Application
  - 7.2 Expert Witness Testimony: Introduction and Qualifications [slug: section-7-2-expert-witness-testimony-introduction-and-qualifications]
    - 7.2.1 The Role of Experts in Modern Litigation
    - 7.2.2 Foundational Requirements for Expert Testimony
    - 7.2.3 Qualifying the Expert
    - None Voir Dire Examination of Experts
  - 7.3 Requirements for Admissibility of Expert Testimony [slug: section-7-3-requirements-for-admissibility-of-expert-testimony]
    - 7.3.1 Helpfulness to the Trier of Fact
    - 7.3.2 Sufficient Factual Basis
    - None Disclosure of Underlying Facts/Data
    - None Experts Relying on Inadmissible Evidence
    - None Relationship to Learned Treatise Exception
    - 7.3.3 Reliability of Principles and Methods
    - None The Evolution from Frye to Daubert
    - None Extending Daubert to Technical/Other Specialized Knowledge
    - None Post-Daubert Amendments to FRE 702
  - 7.4 Opinion on the Ultimate Issue [slug: section-7-4-opinion-on-the-ultimate-issue]
    - 7.4.1 General Rule: Not Automatically Objectionable
    - 7.4.2 Exception: Mental State in Criminal Cases
  - 7.5 Specific Applications and Challenges: Forensic Science [slug: section-7-5-specific-applications-and-challenges-forensic-science]
    - 7.5.1 Applying Daubert/FRE 702 to Forensic Disciplines
    - 7.5.2 Critiques of Pattern-Matching and Experience-Based Fields
    - 7.5.3 Case Law Examples
  - 7.6 Court-Appointed Experts [slug: section-7-6-court-appointed-experts]
  - 7.7 Alternative Approaches to Expert Evidence [slug: section-7-7-alternative-approaches-to-expert-evidence]
  - 7.8 Contemporary Challenges in Expert Testimony [slug: section-7-8-contemporary-challenges-in-expert-testimony]
    - 7.8.1 AI-Based Experts and Algorithmic Evidence
    - 7.8.2 Data Analytics and Complex Financial Testimony
- 8. Privileges and Confidentiality [slug: chapter-8-privileges-and-confidentiality]
  - 8.1 Privilege Fundamentals [slug: section-8-1-privilege-fundamentals]
    - 8.1.1 Source and Governing Law
    - 8.1.2 Purpose and Public Policy Rationale (Protecting relationships/confidences)
    - 8.1.3 Development of Privileges Under Common Law
    - 8.1.4 Asserting and Waiving Privilege (Holder, burden, scope of waiver)
  - 8.2 Attorney-Client Privilege [slug: section-8-2-attorney-client-privilege]
    - 8.2.1 Essential Elements (Communication, Confidentiality, Client/Attorney, Legal Advice)
    - 8.2.2 The Client (Individual, Corporate - Upjohn considerations)
    - 8.2.3 The Attorney (Including agents)
    - 8.2.4 Confidential Communication (Intent and circumstances)
    - 8.2.5 For the Purpose of Legal Advice
    - 8.2.6 Exceptions (Crime-Fraud, Client-Attorney Disputes, Joint Clients)
    - 8.2.7 Duration of the Privilege
  - 8.3 Work Product Doctrine [slug: section-8-3-work-product-doctrine]
    - 8.3.1 Distinction from Attorney-Client Privilege (Protecting litigation preparation)
    - 8.3.2 Scope (Documents/tangible things prepared in anticipation of litigation)
    - 8.3.3 Qualified vs. Absolute Protection (Opinion work product)
    - 8.3.4 Overcoming the Protection (Substantial Need, Undue Hardship)
  - 8.4 Spousal Privileges [slug: section-8-4-spousal-privileges]
    - 8.4.1 Adverse Testimonial Privilege
    - None Held by the testifying spouse
    - None Applies only during a valid marriage
    - None Covers any testimony adverse to the defendant spouse
    - 8.4.2 Confidential Marital Communications Privilege
    - None Held by both spouses
    - None Applies to communications made during marriage
    - None Requires intent of confidentiality
    - None Survives divorce/death
    - 8.4.3 Exceptions (Crimes against spouse/child, joint participation in crime)
  - 8.5 Psychotherapist-Patient Privilege [slug: section-8-5-psychotherapist-patient-privilege]
    - 8.5.1 Recognized Under Federal Common Law (Jaffee)
    - 8.5.2 Scope and Rationale
    - 8.5.3 Potential Exceptions (e.g., Dangerous Patient)
  - 8.6 Clergy-Penitent Privilege [slug: section-8-6-clergy-penitent-privilege]
    - 8.6.1 Rationale and Scope (Confidential communications for spiritual guidance)
    - 8.6.2 Who Qualifies as Clergy/Penitent
  - 8.7 Other Potential Federal or State Privileges [slug: section-8-7-other-potential-federal-or-state-privileges]
    - 8.7.1 Physician-Patient (Generally State Law, not Federal Common Law)
    - 8.7.2 Journalist's Privilege (Qualified privilege, balancing test)
    - 8.7.3 Parent-Child Privilege (Limited recognition)
    - 8.7.4 Self-Critical Analysis / Safety Privileges
    - None Statutory Examples:
    - None Common Law Development and Limits:
    - 8.7.5 Governmental Privileges (State Secrets, Deliberative Process, Investigatory)
    - None Speech or Debate Clause
    - None Executive Privilege
  - 8.8 Waiver of Privilege [slug: section-8-8-waiver-of-privilege]
    - 8.8.1 Express Waiver
    - 8.8.2 Implied Waiver (e.g., Putting communication at issue)
    - 8.8.3 Inadvertent Disclosure (FRE 502 considerations)
    - 8.8.4 Failure to Assert Timely Objection
- 9. Authentication, Identification, and the Contents of Writings [slug: chapter-9-authentication-identification-and-the-contents-of-writings]
  - 9.1 Authentication and Identification Requirement [slug: section-9-1-authentication-and-identification-requirement]
    - 9.1.1 The Basic Rule: Proving Genuineness
    - None Preliminary Determination by Judge
    - 9.1.2 Methods of Authentication (Illustrative Examples)
  - 9.2 Authenticating Specific Types of Evidence [slug: section-9-2-authenticating-specific-types-of-evidence]
    - 9.2.1 Real (Physical) Evidence
    - None Testimony of Witness with Knowledge (FRE 901(b)(1))
    - None Distinctive Characteristics (FRE 901(b)(4))
    - None Chain of Custody Requirements
    - 9.2.2 Documents
    - None Handwriting Verification (Lay, Expert, Trier Comparison) (FRE 901(b)(2), (b)(3))
    - None Ancient Documents (Rule 901(b)(8))
    - None Public Records (Rule 901(b)(7))
    - 9.2.3 Voice Identification and Telephone Conversations
    - 9.2.4 Photographs, Videos, and Images
    - None Witness with Knowledge (FRE 901(b)(1))
    - None Process or System Description (FRE 901(b)(9) - "Silent Witness" theory)
    - 9.2.5 Electronic and Digital Evidence (ESI) (See also Chapter 11)
    - None Distinctive Characteristics (Metadata, Hash Values)
    - None Process/System Authentication
    - None Challenges with Social Media, Emails, Texts
  - 9.3 Self-Authenticating Documents [slug: section-9-3-self-authenticating-documents]
    - 9.3.1 No Extrinsic Evidence of Authenticity Required
    - 9.3.2 Common Examples (Certified Public Records, Official Publications, Newspapers, Trade Inscriptions, Notarized Documents, Commercial Paper)
    - 9.3.3 Recent Amendments Regarding ESI (FRE 902(13), (14))
  - 9.4 The "Original Document" Rule (Formerly Best Evidence Rule) [slug: section-9-4-the-original-document-rule-formerly-best-evidence-rule]
    - 9.4.1 Requirement of the Original Writing, Recording, or Photograph
    - 9.4.2 Definitions
    - 9.4.3 Admissibility of Duplicates
    - 9.4.4 Exceptions: When the Original is Not Required
    - 9.4.5 Application Challenges
  - 9.5 Other Rules Related to Contents [slug: section-9-5-other-rules-related-to-contents]
    - 9.5.1 Public Records Exception
    - 9.5.2 Summaries of Voluminous Materials
    - 9.5.3 Testimony or Statement of a Party to Prove Content
    - 9.5.4 Role of Judge and Jury Regarding Content Issues
  - 9.6 Physical and Demonstrative Evidence Considerations [slug: section-9-6-physical-and-demonstrative-evidence-considerations]
    - 9.6.1 Tangible Objects (Relevance, Authentication review, Chain of Custody review)
    - 9.6.2 Demonstrative Exhibits (Illustrations, Models, Simulations)
    - None Foundation: Fair and Accurate Representation
    - None Balancing Persuasiveness and Prejudice (FRE 403)
    - 9.6.3 Impact and Ethical Use
    - None Part III: Trial Practice, Constitutional Limits, and Advanced Topics
- 10. Trial Mechanics: Objections, Motions, and Preservation of Error [slug: chapter-10-trial-mechanics-objections-motions-and-preservation-of-error]
  - 10.1 Making the Record: Rulings on Evidence [slug: section-10-1-making-the-record-rulings-on-evidence]
    - 10.1.1 The Importance of Preserving Error for Appeal
    - 10.1.2 Timeliness and Specificity Requirements for Objections
    - 10.1.3 Offers of Proof (Proffers): Content and Procedure
    - 10.1.4 Shielding the Jury from Inadmissible Evidence
    - 10.1.5 Plain Error Review
    - 10.1.6 Strategic Waiver and Invited Error Issues
  - 10.2 Preliminary Questions of Admissibility [slug: section-10-2-preliminary-questions-of-admissibility]
    - 10.2.1 Judge's Role in Determining Admissibility
    - 10.2.2 Conditional Relevance (Review)
    - 10.2.3 Conducting Hearings Outside Jury Presence
    - 10.2.4 Testimony by Accused on Preliminary Matters
  - 10.3 Motions *in Limine* [slug: section-10-3-motions-in-limine]
    - 10.3.1 Purpose: Seeking Advance Rulings
    - 10.3.2 Strategic Considerations (Offensive and Defensive)
    - 10.3.3 Preserving Error After in Limine Rulings
  - 10.4 Limited Admissibility [slug: section-10-4-limited-admissibility]
    - 10.4.1 Admitting Evidence for a Proper Purpose Only
    - 10.4.2 The Role and Effectiveness of Limiting Instructions
  - 10.5 Rule of Completeness [slug: section-10-5-rule-of-completeness]
    - 10.5.1 Introducing Related Writings or Recorded Statements
  - 10.6 Curative Admissibility ("Opening the Door") [slug: section-10-6-curative-admissibility-opening-the-door]
    - 10.6.1 Responding to Inadmissible Evidence Introduced by Opponent
    - 10.6.2 Scope and Limitations
- 11. Judicial Notice, Presumptions, and Burdens of Proof [slug: chapter-11-judicial-notice-presumptions-and-burdens-of-proof]
  - 11.1 Judicial Notice of Adjudicative Facts [slug: section-11-1-judicial-notice-of-adjudicative-facts]
    - 11.1.1 The Concept: Accepting Facts Without Formal Proof
    - 11.1.2 Procedures for Taking Notice
    - 11.1.3 Instructing the Jury: Civil vs. Criminal Cases
    - 11.1.4 Examples and Application
  - 11.2 Presumptions in Civil Cases [slug: section-11-2-presumptions-in-civil-cases]
    - 11.2.1 Nature and Function of Presumptions
    - 11.2.2 Applying State Law in Diversity Cases
    - 11.2.3 Common Law Presumptions and Examples
    - None Res Ipsa Loquitur
    - None Mailing/Receipt
    - None Discrimination
    - None Statutory Presumptions
    - None Constitutional Dimensions (Conclusive Presumptions)
  - 11.3 Presumptions in Criminal Cases [slug: section-11-3-presumptions-in-criminal-cases]
    - 11.3.1 Constitutional Constraints (Due Process, Burden of Proof)
    - 11.3.2 Permissive Inferences vs. Mandatory Presumptions
  - 11.4 Burdens of Proof [slug: section-11-4-burdens-of-proof]
    - 11.4.1 Burden of Pleading, Production, and Persuasion
    - 11.4.2 Standards of Proof (Preponderance, Clear & Convincing, Beyond Reasonable Doubt)
- 12. Constitutional Limits on Evidence Rules [slug: chapter-12-constitutional-limits-on-evidence-rules]
  - 12.1 The Confrontation Clause (Sixth Amendment) [slug: section-12-1-the-confrontation-clause-sixth-amendment]
    - 12.1.1 Text and Purpose
    - 12.1.2 Historical Origins and Evolution of the Right
    - None Pre-Crawford Era
    - None The Crawford Revolution: Focus on "Testimonial" Statements
    - 12.1.3 Defining "Testimonial" Statements
    - None Statements During Police Interrogation
    - None Forensic Laboratory Reports
    - 12.1.4 Exceptions to the Confrontation Right
    - None Declarant Appears for Cross-Examination
    - None Dying Declarations
    - None Forfeiture by Wrongdoing
    - None Co-Defendant Confessions (Bruton Issues)
  - 12.2 Due Process Limits on Evidence Rules [slug: section-12-2-due-process-limits-on-evidence-rules]
    - 12.2.1 Right to Present a Defense vs. Rule Application
    - None Arbitrary Exclusion of Critical Defense Evidence
    - 12.2.2 Reliability of Evidence
    - None Prosecution's Use of Unreliable Evidence
    - None Reliability of Eyewitness Identification
    - 12.2.3 Unfair Prejudice and Trial Fairness
    - None Potential Due Process Implications of Highly Prejudicial Evidence
    - None Juror Bias and Competency Issues
    - None Rule Against Juror Impeachment of Verdicts
    - None Exception for External Influences
    - None Exception for Racial Bias
- 13. Digital Evidence and Technology [slug: chapter-13-digital-evidence-and-technology]
  - 13.1 Overview of Digital Evidence [slug: section-13-1-overview-of-digital-evidence]
    - 13.1.1 Emails, Texts, Social Media, Chat Logs
    - 13.1.2 Computer Files, Logs, Metadata, Internet History
    - 13.1.3 Mobile Device Data (Location, Call Logs, App Data)
  - 13.2 Authentication of Digital Evidence [slug: section-13-2-authentication-of-digital-evidence]
    - 13.2.1 Applying FRE 901(b) Methods (Distinctive Characteristics, Process/System)
    - 13.2.2 Authorship/Attribution Challenges (Who created/sent it?)
    - 13.2.3 Use of Metadata, Hash Values, Forensic Expert Testimony
    - 13.2.4 Self-Authentication of ESI under FRE 902(13) & (14)
  - 13.3 Hearsay Issues with Digital Evidence [slug: section-13-3-hearsay-issues-with-digital-evidence]
    - 13.3.1 Statements Made by People via Digital Means (Standard Analysis)
    - 13.3.2 Machine-Generated Data (Is it a "statement" by a "declarant"?)
    - 13.3.3 Business/Public Records Exceptions Applied to ESI (FRE 803(6), (8))
  - 13.4 Original Document Rule (FRE Article X) and Digital Evidence [slug: section-13-4-original-document-rule-fre-article-x-and-digital-evidence]
    - 13.4.1 Defining "Original" and "Duplicate" for ESI (FRE 1001(d), (e))
    - 13.4.2 Admissibility of Printouts and Digital Copies (FRE 1003)
    - 13.4.3 Summaries of Voluminous ESI (FRE 1006)
  - 13.5 Chain of Custody in Digital Environments [slug: section-13-5-chain-of-custody-in-digital-environments]
    - 13.5.1 Ensuring Data Integrity (Preventing Alteration/Tampering)
    - 13.5.2 Forensic Tools and Methodologies (Imaging, Write-Blocking)
  - 13.6 Privacy, Search, and Seizure Concerns [slug: section-13-6-privacy-search-and-seizure-concerns]
    - 13.6.1 Fourth Amendment Implications
    - 13.6.2 Stored Communications Act (SCA) and other statutory protections
  - 13.7 Presentation of Digital Evidence [slug: section-13-7-presentation-of-digital-evidence]
    - 13.7.1 Making Complex Data Understandable to Juries
    - 13.7.2 Use of Demonstrative Exhibits vs. Admission of Raw Data
- 14. Evidence in Specific Contexts [slug: chapter-14-evidence-in-specific-contexts]
  - 14.1 Administrative Proceedings [slug: section-14-1-administrative-proceedings]
    - 14.1.1 Burdens and Standards of Proof (Review)
    - 14.1.2 Application of Relevance and Prejudice Thresholds (FRE 403 Balancing)
    - 14.1.3 Constitutional Rights Unique to Criminal Defendants (Confrontation, Self-Incrimination)
  - 14.2 Special Criminal Evidentiary Rules & Issues [slug: section-14-2-special-criminal-evidentiary-rules-issues]
    - 14.2.1 Character Evidence Rules (Review Chapter 4 emphasis)
    - 14.2.2 Confessions and Admissions (Miranda, Voluntariness)
    - 14.2.3 Confrontation Clause (Review Chapter 12 emphasis)
    - 14.2.4 Plea Bargaining Statements (Review FRE 410, Chapter 3)
  - 14.3 Evidence in Common Civil Litigation Areas [slug: section-14-3-evidence-in-common-civil-litigation-areas]
    - 14.3.1 Tort Cases (Negligence, Products Liability - SRM, Habit, Experts)
    - 14.3.2 Contract Cases (Parol Evidence Rule interface, Custom/Usage)
    - 14.3.3 Employment Discrimination (Burden-shifting frameworks, Character/404(b))
    - 14.3.4 Intellectual Property (Original Document Rule, Experts)
  - 14.4 Evidence in Specialized Judicial Proceedings [slug: section-14-4-evidence-in-specialized-judicial-proceedings]
    - 14.4.1 Family Law (Child Hearsay Exceptions, Character, Experts)
    - 14.4.2 Probate Courts (Dead Man's Statutes - State Specific, Wills exceptions)
    - 14.4.3 Bankruptcy Courts
  - 14.5 Evidence in Administrative Hearings [slug: section-14-5-evidence-in-administrative-hearings]
    - 14.5.1 Relaxed Application of Formal Rules
    - 14.5.2 "Substantial Evidence" Standard
    - 14.5.3 Due Process Considerations
  - 14.6 Evidence in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) [slug: section-14-6-evidence-in-alternative-dispute-resolution-adr]
    - 14.6.1 Arbitration Evidence Protocols (Flexibility, Party Agreements)
    - 14.6.2 Mediation Confidentiality Rules and Statutes
    - 14.6.3 Enforceability of ADR Evidence Stipulations
- 15. Ethical Duties and Professional Responsibility Affecting Evidence [slug: chapter-15-ethical-duties-and-professional-responsibility-affecting-evidence]
  - 15.1 Client Counseling and Candor [slug: section-15-1-client-counseling-and-candor]
    - 15.1.1 Prohibition on False Statements of Fact or Law
    - 15.1.2 Duty Regarding False Evidence (Knowledge of Perjury)
    - 15.1.3 Disclosure of Adverse Legal Authority
  - 15.2 Fairness to Opposing Party and Counsel [slug: section-15-2-fairness-to-opposing-party-and-counsel]
    - 15.2.1 Obstructing Access to Evidence
    - 15.2.2 Falsifying Evidence, Counseling False Testimony
    - 15.2.3 Improper Discovery Practices (Spoliation)
  - 15.3 Ethical Evidence Gathering and Investigation [slug: section-15-3-ethical-evidence-gathering-and-investigation]
    - 15.3.1 Respect for Rights of Third Persons (Improper acquisition)
    - 15.3.2 Communicating with Represented/Unrepresented Persons
    - 15.3.3 Witness Preparation vs. Impermissible Coaching
  - 15.4 Handling Inadmissible or Prejudicial Evidence [slug: section-15-4-handling-inadmissible-or-prejudicial-evidence]
    - 15.4.1 Trial Tactics (Improper questioning, alluding to inadmissible facts)
    - 15.4.2 Obligations Regarding Inadvertently Received Confidential Information
  - 15.5 Conflicts of Interest in Evidence Presentation [slug: section-15-5-conflicts-of-interest-in-evidence-presentation]
    - 15.5.1 Impact of Representation Conflicts on Evidence Strategy
    - 15.5.2 Lawyer as Witness Issues
- 16. Evidentiary Strategy and Advocacy [slug: chapter-16-evidentiary-strategy-and-advocacy]
  - 16.1 Pre-Trial Planning [slug: section-16-1-pre-trial-planning]
    - 16.1.1 Developing a Case Theory and Theme
    - 16.1.2 Crafting an Evidentiary Roadmap (What proof for each element)
    - 16.1.3 Discovery Planning and Execution (Anticipating evidentiary needs)
    - 16.1.4 Motions in Limine Strategy (Review Chapter 10)
  - 16.2 Presenting Evidence Effectively [slug: section-16-2-presenting-evidence-effectively]
    - 16.2.1 Order and Manner of Proof
    - None Court's Control
    - None Strategic Considerations
    - 16.2.2 Direct Examination Techniques (Building the narrative)
    - 16.2.3 Cross-Examination Strategies (Control, impeachment, concessions)
    - 16.2.4 Introducing Exhibits (Foundations, timing)
    - 16.2.5 Using Demonstrative Aids Persuasively and Ethically
  - 16.3 Storytelling and Persuasion Through Evidence [slug: section-16-3-storytelling-and-persuasion-through-evidence]
    - 16.3.1 Connecting Evidence to Themes in Openings/Closings
    - 16.3.2 Juror Cognition and Decision-Making Models
    - None Bayesian Models of Proof
    - None Story Models of Proof
  - 16.4 Responding to Evidentiary Challenges [slug: section-16-4-responding-to-evidentiary-challenges]
    - 16.4.1 Making Timely and Effective Objections
    - 16.4.2 Responding to Objections (Anticipating, arguing admissibility)
    - 16.4.3 Adapting Strategy When Evidence is Excluded/Admitted Unexpectedly
- 17. Emerging Issues, Reform, and State Variations [slug: chapter-17-emerging-issues-reform-and-state-variations]
  - 17.1 Current Reform Debates [slug: section-17-1-current-reform-debates]
    - 17.1.1 Scope of Privileges in the Modern Era
    - 17.1.2 Rethinking Character Evidence Rules
    - 17.1.3 Hearsay Reform Proposals (Review Chapter 6)
  - 17.2 Global and Cross-Border Evidence Issues [slug: section-17-2-global-and-cross-border-evidence-issues]
    - 17.2.1 Obtaining Evidence Abroad (Hague Convention, MLATs)
    - 17.2.2 E-Discovery Across Borders
    - 17.2.3 Admissibility of Foreign Documents/Testimony
  - 17.3 Divergences Between Federal and State Systems
    - 17.3.1 State-Specific Evidence Codes (Variations from FRE)
    - 17.3.2 Choice-of-Law Issues (Privilege in diversity cases - FRE 501)
    - 17.3.3 Examples of Unique State Innovations or Departures
  - 17.4 Harmonization Trends and Multistate Practice
    - 17.4.1 Influence of the FRE on State Rules
    - 17.4.2 Practical Guidance for Navigating Jurisdictional Differences
- 18. Practical Tools: Checklists, Samples, and Forms (Optional)
  - 18.1 Common Evidentiary Checklists
    - 18.1.1 Objections Checklist
    - 18.1.2 Authentication Checklist (by Evidence Type)
    - 18.1.3 Hearsay Exceptions/Exclusions Checklist
    - 18.1.4 Expert Testimony Foundation Checklist
  - 18.2 Sample Pretrial Motions and Filings
    - 18.2.1 Motion in Limine (Example)
    - 18.2.2 Motion to Suppress (Example)
    - 18.2.3 Notice of Intent to Use FRE 404(b) Evidence
  - 18.3 Model Examination Outlines
    - 18.3.1 Direct Examination (Example Witness)
    - 18.3.2 Cross-Examination (Example Witness)
    - 18.3.3 Foundational Questions for Exhibits
  - 18.4 Illustrative Trial Exhibits
    - 18.4.1 Sample Summary Chart (FRE 1006)
    - 18.4.2 Example Timeline or Infographic
- None Volume I: Doctrine
- None Part I: Foundations, Relevance, and Core Exclusions
II. Codes
- I. General Provisions
  - 1.101 Federal Rule of Evidence 101 - Scope; Definitions
  - 1.102 Federal Rule of Evidence 102 - Purpose
  - 1.103 Federal Rule of Evidence 103 - Rulings on Evidence
  - 1.104 Federal Rule of Evidence 104 - Preliminary Questions
  - 1.105 Federal Rule of Evidence 105 - Limiting Evidence That Is Not Admissible Against Other Parties or for Other Purposes
  - 1.106 Federal Rule of Evidence 106 - Remainder of or Related Writings or Recorded Statements
- II. Judicial Notice
  - 2.201 Federal Rule of Evidence 201 - Judicial Notice of Adjudicative Facts
- III. Presumptions in Civil Cases
  - 3.301 Federal Rule of Evidence 301 - Presumptions in Civil Cases Generally
  - 3.302 Federal Rule of Evidence 302 - Applying State Law in Civil Cases
- IV. Relevance and Its Limits
  - 4.401 Federal Rule of Evidence 401 - Test for Relevant Evidence
  - 4.402 Federal Rule of Evidence 402 - General Admissibility of Relevant Evidence
  - 4.403 Federal Rule of Evidence 403 - Excluding Relevant Evidence for Prejudice, Confusion, Waste of Time, or Other Reasons
  - 4.404 Federal Rule of Evidence 404 - Character Evidence; Crimes or Other Acts
  - 4.405 Federal Rule of Evidence 405 - Methods of Proving Character
  - 4.406 Federal Rule of Evidence 406 - Habit; Routine Practice
  - 4.407 Federal Rule of Evidence 407 - Subsequent Remedial Measures
  - 4.408 Federal Rule of Evidence 408 - Compromise Offers and Negotiations
  - 4.409 Federal Rule of Evidence 409 - Offers to Pay Medical and Similar Expenses
  - 4.410 Federal Rule of Evidence 410 - Pleas, Plea Discussions, and Related Statements
  - 4.411 Federal Rule of Evidence 411 - Liability Insurance
  - 4.412 Federal Rule of Evidence 412 - Sex-Offense Cases: The Victim's Sexual Behavior or Predisposition
  - 4.413 Federal Rule of Evidence 413 - Similar Crimes in Sexual-Assault Cases
  - 4.414 Federal Rule of Evidence 414 - Similar Crimes in Child-Molestation Cases
  - 4.415 Federal Rule of Evidence 415 - Similar Acts in Civil Cases Involving Sexual Assault or Child Molestation
- V. Privileges
  - 5.501 Federal Rule of Evidence 501 - Privilege in General
- VI. Witnesses
  - 6.601 Federal Rule of Evidence 601 - Competency to Testify in General
  - 6.602 Federal Rule of Evidence 602 - Need for Personal Knowledge
  - 6.603 Federal Rule of Evidence 603 - Oath or Affirmation to Testify Truthfully
  - 6.605 Federal Rule of Evidence 605 - Judge's Competency as a Witness
  - 6.606 Federal Rule of Evidence 606 - Juror's Competency as a Witness
  - 6.607 Federal Rule of Evidence 607 - Who May Impeach a Witness
  - 6.608 Federal Rule of Evidence 608 - A Witness's Character for Truthfulness or Untruthfulness
  - 6.609 Federal Rule of Evidence 609 - Impeachment by Evidence of a Criminal Conviction
  - 6.611 Federal Rule of Evidence 611 - Mode and Order of Examining Witnesses and Presenting Evidence
  - 6.612 Federal Rule of Evidence 612 - Writing Used to Refresh a Witness's Memory
  - 6.614 Federal Rule of Evidence 614 - Court's Calling or Examining a Witness
  - 6.615 Federal Rule of Evidence 615 - Excluding Witnesses
- VII. Opinions and Expert Testimony
  - 7.701 Federal Rule of Evidence 701 - Opinion Testimony by Lay Witnesses
  - 7.702 Federal Rule of Evidence 702 - Testimony by Expert Witnesses
  - 7.703 Federal Rule of Evidence 703 - Bases of an Expert's Opinion Testimony
  - 7.704 Federal Rule of Evidence 704 - Opinion on an Ultimate Issue
  - 7.705 Federal Rule of Evidence 705 - Disclosing the Facts or Data Underlying an Expert's Opinion
  - 7.706 Federal Rule of Evidence 706 - Court-Appointed Expert Witnesses
- VIII. Hearsay
  - 8.801 Federal Rule of Evidence 801 - Definitions That Apply to This Article; Exclusions from Hearsay
  - 8.802 Federal Rule of Evidence 802 - The Rule Against Hearsay
  - 8.803 Federal Rule of Evidence 803 - Exceptions to the Rule Against Hearsay—Regardless of Whether the Declarant Is Available as a Witness
  - 8.804 Federal Rule of Evidence 804 - Exceptions to the Rule Against Hearsay—When the Declarant Is Unavailable as a Witness
  - 8.805 Federal Rule of Evidence 805 - Hearsay Within Hearsay
  - 8.806 Federal Rule of Evidence 806 - Attacking and Supporting the Declarant's Credibility
  - 8.807 Federal Rule of Evidence 807 - Residual Exception
- IX. Authentication and Identification
  - 9.901 Federal Rule of Evidence 901 - Authenticating or Identifying Evidence
  - 9.902 Federal Rule of Evidence 902 - Evidence That Is Self-Authenticating
- X. Contents of Writings, Recordings, and Photographs
  - 10.1001 Federal Rule of Evidence 1001 - Definitions That Apply to This Article
  - 10.1002 Federal Rule of Evidence 1002 - Requirement of the Original
  - 10.1003 Federal Rule of Evidence 1003 - Admissibility of Duplicates
  - 10.1004 Federal Rule of Evidence 1004 - Admissibility of Other Evidence of Content
  - 10.1005 Federal Rule of Evidence 1005 - Copies of Public Records to Prove Content
  - 10.1006 Federal Rule of Evidence 1006 - Summaries to Prove Content
  - 10.1007 Federal Rule of Evidence 1007 - Testimony or Statement of a Party to Prove Content
  - 10.1008 Federal Rule of Evidence 1008 - Functions of the Court and Jury
- XI. Miscellaneous Rules
  - 11.1101 Federal Rule of Evidence 1101 - Applicability of the Rules
    - None (Placeholder for State Codes)
- None Introduction: Understanding the Federal Rules of Evidence
- 1.1 Need for Uniformity and Codification Efforts
- 1.2 Advisory Committee Process and Congressional Debates
- 1.3 Key Influences (Wigmore, Morgan, Thayer) and Policy Goals
- 2.1 Overarching Framework (Purpose, Scope - Rules 101, 102, 1101)
- 2.2 Article Groupings and Themes (I-XI Review)
- 3.1 Rule 102: Construction for Fairness, Efficiency, Truth
- 3.2 Role of Advisory Committee Notes
- 3.3 Interplay Between Rules (e.g., 403 as overarching)
- 4.1 Standing Committee and Judicial Conference Role
- 4.2 Recent Amendments (e.g., ESI, Restyling, Experts)
- 4.3 Future Developments and Areas of Debate
- 5.1 Judicial Discretion within the Rules Framework
- 5.2 Key Differences Between Federal and State Approaches
III. Caselaw
- None CHAPTER 2025:
- None Andrew v. White, 604 U.S. ___ (2025)
- None CHAPTER 2024:
- None Diaz v. United States, 602 U.S. ___ (2024) (Recent Supreme Court application)
- None Smith v. Arizona, 602 U.S. ___ (2024) (Clarifying expert testimony relying on non-testifying analyst's work)
- None United States v. Jordan, No. 20-CR-305(LDH), (E.D.N.Y., Jan. 30, 2024)
- None State v. Mosely, No. ED111999 (Mo. Ct. App. Nov. 26, 2024) (Illustrative case on helpfulness)
- None CHAPTER 2023:
- None Samia v. United States, 599 U.S. 635 (2023) (Redacted confessions)
- None CHAPTER 2022:
- None Steffen v. Northway Resource Development, LLC, 581 F. Supp.3d (D. Minn. 2022)
- None People v. Rodriguez, 508 P.3d 276 (Colo. App. 2022) (Example of chain of custody dispute)
- None CHAPTER 2021:
- None State v. Reeves, 967 N.W.2d 144 (S.D. 2021) (Authenticating digital images/video)
- None CHAPTER 2020:
- None State v. Fortin, 234 A.3d 372 (N.J. Super. Ct. App. Div. 2020) (Linkage analysis case)
- None CHAPTER 2019:
- None Commonwealth v. Cosby, 224 A.3d 372 (Pa. Super. Ct. 2019) (Example application/controversy)
- None CHAPTER 2017:
- None Pena-Rodriguez v. Colorado, 580 U.S. 206 (2017) (Sixth Amendment requires exception to FRE 606(b) for racial bias statements)
- None United States v. Henthorne, 864 F.3d 1241 (10th Cir. 2017)
- None CHAPTER 2015:
- None State v. Tyler, 867 N.W.2d 136 (Iowa 2015) (Example application of FRE 703)
- None CHAPTER 2012:
- None Perry v. New Hampshire, 565 U.S. 228 (2012)
- None Williams v. Illinois, 567 U.S. 50 (2012) (Fractured decision; expert basis vs. TOMA)
- None CHAPTER 2011:
- None Bullcoming v. New Mexico, 564 U.S. 647 (2011) (Surrogate testimony insufficient)
- None Michigan v. Bryant, 562 U.S. 344 (2011) (Refining the primary purpose test)
- None CHAPTER 2010:
- None Tennessee Code 30-3-102 (2010) (Death declaration)
- None CHAPTER 2009:
- None Melendez-Diaz v. Massachusetts, 557 U.S. 305 (2009) (Certificates of analysis are testimonial)
- None CHAPTER 2008:
- None Giles v. California, 554 U.S. 353 (2008)
- None United States v. Elfgeeh, 515 F.3d 100 (2d Cir. 2008) (Example)
- None CHAPTER 2007:
- None Chlopek v. Federal, 499 F.3d 692 (7th Cir. 2007)
- None CHAPTER 2006:
- None Davis v. Washington, 547 U.S. 813 (2006) (Primary purpose test: ongoing emergency vs. investigating past events)
- None Holmes v. South Carolina, 547 U.S. 319 (2006) (Rule excluding third-party guilt evidence based on strength of prosecution case)
- None Commonwealth v. Serge, 896 A.2d 1170 (Pa. 2006)
- None State v. Rothlisberger, 147 P.3d 1176 (Utah 2006) (Case illustrating the boundary)
- None CHAPTER 2005:
- None In re Grand Jury Subpoena, Miller, 438 F.3d 1141 (D.C. Cir. 2005) (Compelling testimony from journalists)
- None United States v. Gray, 405 F.3d 227 (4th Cir. 2005)
- None CHAPTER 2004:
- None Crawford v. Washington, 541 U.S. 36 (2004) (Overruling Roberts; unavailability + prior cross required for testimonial hearsay)
- None CHAPTER 2002:
- None United States v. Llera Plaza, 188 F. Supp. 2d 549 (E.D. Pa. 2002) (Fingerprint analysis تحت Daubert scrutiny)
- None CHAPTER 2001:
- None Williams v. McCoy, 550 S.E. 2d 796 (N.C. Ct. App. 2001)
- None CHAPTER 2000:
- None Ohler v. United States, 529 U.S. 753 (2000) (Defensive introduction of prior conviction)
- None Smith v. Groose, 205 F.3d 1045 (8th Cir. 2000) (Inconsistent prosecutorial theories)
- None CHAPTER 1999:
- None Kumho Tire Co. v. Carmichael, 526 U.S. 137 (1999)
- None United States v. Vigneau, 187 F.3d 70 (1st Cir. 1999) (Information from outside the business "chain")
- None CHAPTER 1998:
- None (No cases listed for this year)
- None CHAPTER 1997:
- None Old Chief v. United States, 519 U.S. 172 (1997)
- None In re Grand Jury, 103 F.3d 1140 (3d Cir. 1997) (Refusing to recognize federal parent-child privilege)
- None United States v. Omar, 104 F.3d 519 (1st Cir. 1997) (Grand jury testimony issues)
- None CHAPTER 1996:
- None Jaffee v. Redmond, 518 U.S. 1 (1996) (Recognizing psychotherapist-patient privilege)
- None CHAPTER 1995:
- None Tome v. United States, 513 U.S. 150 (1995) (Premotive requirement)
- None United States v. Trenkler, 61 F.3d 45 (1st Cir. 1995)
- None CHAPTER 1994:
- None Williamson v. United States, 512 U.S. 594 (1994) (Collateral, non-inculpatory parts of broader narrative)
- None United States v. Ince, 21 F.3d 576 (4th Cir. 1994) (Impeachment vs. Substantive use)
- None CHAPTER 1993:
- None Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, 509 U.S. 579 (1993) (Trial judge as gatekeeper; factors: testing, peer review, error rate, standards, general acceptance)
- None CHAPTER 1992:
- None Dowling v. American Hawaii Cruises, Inc., 971 F.2d 423 (9th Cir. 1992) (Requirements for self-critical analysis privilege)
- None CHAPTER 1991:
- None (No cases listed for this year)
- None CHAPTER 1990:
- None United States v. Biaggi, 909 F.2d 662 (2d Cir. 1990)
- None CHAPTER 1989:
- None Michael H. v. Gerald D., 491 U.S. 110 (1989)
- None CHAPTER 1988:
- None Huddleston v. United States, 485 U.S. 681 (1988) (Applying FRE 104(b))
- None Olden v. Kentucky, 488 U.S. 227 (1988)
- None CHAPTER 1987:
- None Bourjaily v. United States, 483 U.S. 171 (1987) (Foundation requirements, bootstrapping)
- None Tanner v. United States, 483 U.S. 107 (1987) (Drugs/alcohol not "external")
- None Monger v. Cessna Aircraft Co., 812 F.2d 402 (8th Cir. 1987)
- None Seiler v. Lucasfilm, 808 F.2d 1316 (9th Cir. 1987) (Drawings as writings; proving content)
- None CHAPTER 1980:
- None Ohio v. Roberts, 448 U.S. 56 (1980) ("Indicia of reliability" test)
- None Trammel v. United States, 445 U.S. 40 (1980) (Witness-spouse holds privilege)
- None CHAPTER 1979:
- None County Court of Ulster County v. Allen, 442 U.S. 140 (1979) (Rational connection test)
- None CHAPTER 1978:
- None Lloyd v. American Export Lines, Inc., 580 F.2d 1179 (3d Cir. 1978) ("Predecessor in interest" analysis)
- None Mahlandt v. Wild Canid Survival & Research Center, Inc., 588 F.2d 626 (8th Cir. 1978)
- None CHAPTER 1976:
- None United States v. Gould, 536 F.2d 216 (8th Cir. 1976) (Distinguishing legislative/adjudicative facts)
- None CHAPTER 1974:
- None United States v. Nixon, 418 U.S. 683 (1974)
- None Smith v. Savannah Homes, Inc., 389 F. Supp. 384 (1974)
- None United States v. Perry, 496 F.2d 429 (10th Cir. 1974)
- None CHAPTER 1973:
- None Chambers v. Mississippi, 410 U.S. 284 (1973) (Mechanistic application of hearsay/voucher rules violated due process)
- None CHAPTER 1972:
- None United States v. Brewster, 408 U.S. 501 (1972)
- None CHAPTER 1970:
- None California v. Green, 399 U.S. 149 (1970)
- None CHAPTER 1968:
- None People v. Collins, 68 Cal.2d 319 (1968)
- None State v. Poe, 441 P.2d 512 (Utah 1968)
- None CHAPTER 1967:
- None Gordon v. United States, 383 F.2d 936 (D.C. Cir. 1967) (Factors for balancing)
- None CHAPTER 1965:
- None Hughes v. Vestal, 142 S.E.2d 361 (N.C. 1965) (State example: common knowledge)
- None CHAPTER 1961:
- None Dallas County v. Commercial Union Assurance Co., 286 F.2d 388 (5th Cir. 1961) (Pre-Rules example illustrating rationale)
- None CHAPTER 1958:
- None Mullen v. United States, 263 F.2d 275 (D.C. Cir. 1958) (Early recognition/rationale)
- None CHAPTER 1948:
- None Michelson v. United States, 335 U.S. 469 (1948) (Cross-examination on specific instances)
- None CHAPTER 1944:
- None Ybarra v. Spangard, 154 P.2d 687 (Cal. 1944)
- None CHAPTER 1943:
- None Palmer v. Hoffman, 318 U.S. 109 (1943) (Litigation-motivated records)
- None CHAPTER 1934:
- None Wolfle v. United States, 291 U.S. 7 (1934) (Confidentiality requirement)
- None CHAPTER 1933:
- None Shepard v. United States, 290 U.S. 96 (1933) (Declarant's state of mind)
- None CHAPTER 1930:
- None People v. Zackowitz, 172 N.E. 466 (N.Y. 1930)
- None CHAPTER 1923:
- None Frye v. United States, 293 F. 1013 (D.C. Cir 1923) ("General Acceptance" test)
- None CHAPTER 1897:
- None (No cases listed for this year)
- None CHAPTER 1896:
- None Agnew v. United States, 165 U.S. 36 (1896) (Historical context)
- None CHAPTER 1895:
- None Mattox v. United States, 156 U.S. 237 (1895) (Historical basis)
- None CHAPTER 1892:
- None Mutual Life Insurance v. Hillmon, 145 U.S. 285 (1892) (Statement of intent to prove future action)
- None CHAPTER 1813:
- None Queen v. Hepburn, 11 U.S. 290 (1813) (Early hearsay concerns)
- None (Placeholder - State cases are currently mixed into Federal by year)
IV. Scholarship [slug: volume-iv-scholarship]
- None CHAPTER 2024:
- None Richard D. Friedman, A Proposal to Replace the Hearsay Rules (2024) (Reform proposal)
- None CHAPTER (YEAR UNKNOWN/GENERAL):
- None Hillel J. Bavli, An Objective-Chance Exception to the Rule Against Character Evidence
- None Teneille Brown, The Content of Our Character
- None Edward K. Cheng, G. Alexander Nunn & Julia Simon-Kerr, Bending the Rules of Evidence
- None Laurence H. Tribe, Triangulating Hearsay
- None Roger C. Park, "I Didn't Tell Them Anything About You"': Implied Assertions as Hearsay Under the Federal Rules of Evidence
- None D. Michael Risinger, et al., Exorcism of Ignorance as a Proxy for Rational Knowledge: The Lessons of Handwriting Identification Expertise
- None Edward K. Cheng, The Consensus Rule: A New Approach to Expert Evidence
- None Cheng & Mannion, Unravelling Williams v. Illinois (Analysis)
- None Mark Spottswood, Order of Proof
V. Academics [slug: volume-v-academics]
- None (Placeholder for Scholar Profiles)
- None APPENDICES
- None Appendix A: Practice Guides
- None Appendix Chapter A: Practical Tools: Checklists, Samples, and Forms
- None A.1.1: Objections Checklist
- None A.1.2: Authentication Checklist (by Evidence Type)
- None A.1.3: Hearsay Exceptions/Exclusions Checklist
- None A.1.4: Expert Testimony Foundation Checklist
- None A.2.1: Motion in Limine (Example)
- None A.2.2: Motion to Suppress (Example)
- None A.2.3: Notice of Intent to Use FRE 404(b) Evidence
- None A.3.1: Direct Examination (Example Witness)
- None A.3.2: Cross-Examination (Example Witness)
- None A.3.3: Foundational Questions for Exhibits
- None A.4.1: Sample Summary Chart (FRE 1006)
- None A.4.2: Example Timeline or Infographic

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