AZ Bar Evidence 3

Question 1

The work product doctrine protects documents and materials prepared by an attorney:

Accepted Answer

In anticipation of litigation or for trial

Answer

The work product doctrine under FRCP 26(b)(3) protects materials prepared by or for a party or its representative in anticipation of litigation.

Question 2

Under FRE 615, the rule on exclusion of witnesses (sequestration) does NOT apply to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A party who is a natural person

Answer

FRE 615 allows exclusion of witnesses from the courtroom but exempts natural persons who are parties from being excluded.

Question 3

Authentication of a document under FRE 901 requires evidence sufficient to support a finding that the document is:

Accepted Answer

What its proponent claims it to be

Answer

FRE 901 requires that the proponent of evidence produce sufficient evidence to allow a reasonable jury to find that the item is what the proponent claims.

Question 4

Under the doctrine of completeness (FRE 106), if a party introduces part of a writing, the opposing party may require introduction of:

Accepted Answer

Any other part of the writing that fairness requires to be considered at the same time

Answer

FRE 106 allows the opposing party to introduce any remaining portions of the document that in fairness ought to be considered together with the admitted portion.

Question 5

Under FRE 410, which type of statement made during plea negotiations is inadmissible against a defendant?

Accepted Answer

Statements made during plea discussions with a prosecutor

Answer

FRE 410 bars use of statements made during plea bargaining with a prosecutor or the court against the defendant at trial.

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AZ Bar Evidence 3