Chapter 14-18 Test General Info Flashcards
Can jurors testify about statements made in deliberation?
No
Can jurors testify about the effect of anything on a juror’s vote?
No
Can jurors testify about mental processes concerning the verdict?
No
Can jurors testify about extraneous prejudicial info improperly brought to the jury’s attention?
Yes
Can jurors testify about an outside influence improperly brought upon the jury?
Yes
Can a juror testify whether a mistake was made in entering the verdict?
Yes
Can every party attack the witnesses’ credibility?
Yes
Is extrinsic evidence admissible to attack witness credibility?
Only if it is a non-collateral matter, if it is collateral it is not admissible
For a crime that was punishable by death or imprisonment for more than 1 year, the evidence:
- Must be admitted in a civil or criminal case in which the witness isn’t the Defendant
- Must be admitted in a criminal case where witness is the Defendant if the probative value outweighs prejudice
If more than 10 years have passed since the witness’ conviction/release, evidence only admissible if:
- Probative value outweighs prejudice
AND
- Proponent gives adverse party reasonable written notice of their intent to use it
Is evidence of conviction admissible if it has been the subject of a pardon, annulment, or cert. of rehab?
No
Evidence of juvenile convictions is only admissible if:
- offered in a criminal case
AND
- witness other than Defendant
AND
- an adult’s conviction for that offense would be admissible
AND
- evidence necessary to fairly determine guilt or innocence
Is evidence of a witness’ religious beliefs admissible to attack credibility?
No
Explain what the lawyer has to do regarding prior statements with witnesses.
Lawyer doesn’t have to show witnesses their prior statements, but must show adverse party
Can the party object to the court calling a witness at that time?
Yes or at the next time the jury is not present