1. Rules of Evidence
Miss Orr

2. What is evidence?
“That” which tends to prove or disprove a fact in issue
Admission of evidence determines if a jury will be allowed to “hear” it.

3. Four types of evidence
Direct
Circumstantial
Physical
Oral

4. Rules of Evidence
To ensure a fair trial, rules were established to govern the introduction of evidence.

5. Rule 1 – “Leading Question”
It suggests an answer desired by the questioner, usually facts not previously discussed.
Ex. Did you go to the movie theater that night?

6. Rule 2 – “Narration”
When the witness provides more information than what the question is called for.

7. Is the testimony related to the subject matter of the case?
Rule 3 – “Relevance”
Is the testimony related to the subject matter of the case?

8. Rule 4 – “Firsthand Knowledge”
Witnesses MUST HAVE directly seen, heard, or experienced whatever it is they are testifying about.

9. Rule 5- “Opinions”
Unless the witness is an expert in the field, i.e. medicine, they an opinion MAY NOT be given as testimony!