LAWEVID10/LAWEVID1 - Evidence

(2.5 units)

This course is the study of what is admissible toward proof in State and Federal Courts: problems in relevancy, materiality and competency, including character evidence, impeachment and rules of witness examination. Study of admissibility of opinion evidence, hearsay and its exceptions, writings, and scientific evidence; limitations due to privileges and constitutional considerations; the effect of “burdens of proof” and presumptions.