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Evidence

Mueller, Christopher B.; Kirkpatrick, Laird C.
ISBN-10: 0735529221
ISBN-13: 9780735529229

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Christopher B. Mueller: Henry S. Lindsley Professor of Law, University of Colorado School of Law Laird C. Kirkpatrick: Hershner Professor of Jurisprudence, University of Oregon School of LawThe text can be used to reinforce any casebook: BR- written at a level that makes it extremely accessibleBR- emphasis on contemporary judicial interpretations of the Federal Rules of Evidence makes the law relevant to studentsBR- organized around the Federal Rules of Evidence, with common law coverage where an issue is not codifiedBR- straightforward explication of the rules, analysis of leading case law, and through coverage of both the Federal Rules and state Evidence codesBR- effective learning aids including marginal headings, mini-summaries of contents at the beginning of each chapter, generous footnotes, and helpful case citationsWhat's new in the Third Edition?BR- rule changes are incorporated throughoutBR- new case decisions, particularly in the area of scientific Evidence (such as Kumho Tire)BR- now available in both hardcover and softcover editionsBR- trimmed to a more manageable lengthWhen your students need extra help to understand the basics of Evidence, recommend Evidence, Third Edition, the book that will serve as a reference of enduring value throughout their careers.
The text can be used to reinforce any casebook: - written at a level that makes it extremely accessible - emphasis on contemporary judicial interpretations of the Federal Rules of Evidence makes the law relevant to students - organized around the Federal Rules of Evidence, with common law coverage where an issue is not codified - straightforward explication of the rules, analysis of leading case law, and through coverage of both the Federal Rules and state Evidence codes - effective learning aids including marginal headings, mini-summaries of contents at the beginning of each chapter, generous footnotes, and helpful case citationsWhat's new in the Third Edition? - rule changes are incorporated throughout - new case decisions, particularly in the area of scientific Evidence (such as Kumho Tire) - now available in both hardcover and softcover editions - trimmed to a more manageable lengthWhen your students need extra help to understand the basics of Evidence, recommend Evidence, Third Edition, the book that will serve as a reference of enduring value throughout their careers.
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Preface
Table of Abbreviations
Preliminary Matters
Introduction
Admitting and Excluding Evidence
Preliminary Issues in Evidence Rulings
Limited Admissibility
Rule of Completeness
Judicial Notice
Scope of Fre 201
Process of Taking Notice
Instructing the Jury
Burdens and Presumptions
Civil Cases
Criminal Cases
Relevancy and Its Limits
Logical Relevance
Pragmatic Relevance
Character Evidence
Habit and Routine Practice
Subsequent Remedial Measures
Settlements and Medical Payments
Plea Bargains
Liability Insurance
Sexual Behavior of Complaining Witness
Similar Crimes by Defendant in Sexual Assault and Molestation Cases
Privileges
General Policies
Scope of Fre 501
Attorney-Client Privilege
Marital Privileges
Physicians or Psychotherapists
Witnesses
Witness Competency
Personal Knowledge
Oath or Affirmation Requirement
Interpreters
Competency of Judges and Lawyers as Witnesses
Juror Competency: Impeachment of Verdicts
Voucher Rule Abolished
Impeachment of Witnesses
Repair and Support of Witnesses
Religious Beliefs
Presenting Testimony
Refreshing Memory
Calling and Interrogation by Court
Sequestering Witnesses
Opinions and Expert Testimony; Scientific Evidence
Lay Testimony
Expert Testimony
Scientific Evidence
Hearsay
Doctrine and Purpose--An Overview
Elements of the Doctrine--A Closer Look
Borderland of the Doctrine
Prior Statements by Testifying Witnesses
Admissions by Party Opponents
Unrestricted Hearsay Exceptions
Exceptions--Declarant Unavailable
Hearsay on Hearsay; Impeachment and Support
The Catchall Exception
Hearsay and Confrontation
Foundational Evidence, Authentication
Introduction
Types of Foundations
Self-Authentication
Subscribing Witnesses
Demonstrative Evidence
The Best Evidence Doctrine
Scope and Definitions
The Doctrine in Operation
Production of Original Excused
Other Exemptions
Table of Cases
Table of Law Review Articles
Table of Books and Treatises
Index



List price: $67.00
Edition: 3rd 2003 (Revised)
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Law & Business
Binding: Trade Cloth
Pages: 1206
Size: 7.00" wide x 10.00" long x 1.75" tall
Weight: 3.74 lbs.
Language: English

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