Rothstein, Paul F.

Evidence in a nutshell Evidence by Paul F. Rothstein, Myrna S. Raeder, David Crump. - 5th ed. - St. Paul, MN Thomson/West c2007. - xlix, 664 p. 19 cm. - West nutshell series . - Nutshell series. .

Includes index.

Interpreting the rules and other basics: offers, objections, and the judge's function -- Judicial notice, presumptions, and burdens: substitutes for evidence -- Relevancy, its counterweights, and related exclusionary rules -- A special relevancy vs. counterweights problem area: similar acts, character, propensity -- Privileges -- Witnesses: competency, examination, and impeachment -- Opinions, experts, and scientific evidence -- Hearsay: the basic theory, rationale, and constitutional considerations -- Hearsay rule modifications for admissions and witnesses' prior statements -- Exceptions to the hearsay rule -- Authentication, exhibits, and the best evidence (original writing) rule.

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Evidence Law --United States.

KF 8935 .Z9 / R6 2007