Objections
What keywords prompt you to object to hearsay?
When do you use a Narrative Objection?
When you object to opposing counsel's direct
What are the qualifications for something to fall under Regularly Conducted Activity?
3 big ones
Record was made near or at the time of the event
Made by a qualified witness
Part of the regular practice of a business
If you're a Prosecution witness then what will your role be on defense?
Defense attorney
Why does Jase call Noura "Sameer"?
it's her middle name
Name 4 common objections
Hearsay
relevance
speculation
Character evidence
Explain a Facts Not In Evidence objection
Are experts allowed to testify to hearsay?
If yes, why?
Yes
ONLY if they relied on it for their expert opinions
What is Applicable Law?
Precendents that can be applied to this case
What are our majors?
Agribusiness and Philosophy
Definition of Hearsay-Based Knowledge
Give example
Noura and Jase will decide :)
When do you use argumentative?
When you're objecting to opposing counsel's cross
Why does Opposing Party Statement only apply to the Prosectution?
- Prosecution is the one with the burden of proof
In PAD Mock Trial, who are you addressing as the jury?
The judge
What test is Jase taking next week?
LSAT
What does it mean to approach the bench during an objection battle?
Talking with opposing counsel and the judge without the presence of the jury
Who are you talking to when you're responding to an objection?
Address the judge NEVER just opposing counsel
What is the difference betwen Present Sense Impression and Excited Utterance?
Noura and Jase will decide
Tell me the steps of entering an exhibit in on Cross Examination
Attorney: Permission to approach with Exhibit _
Attorney: Let the record reflect I am tendering toopposing council *show opposing council*
*Approach witness with Exhibit*
You recognize this document?
It hasn't been changed?
This is your ____?
Attorney: I would like to enter Exhibit _ into evidence.
Why does Jase have scars on his face
Jase can determine if correct
Can Asked and Answered be applied in re-direct/re-cross, or is it only reserved for direct and cross?
can be applied to re-direct/cross
What instances can you use for lack of foundation?
- entering in an exhibit
Why is 608(b) allowed
goes to the credibility of a witness - dealing with lying on stand or not
What is the name of the Judge we scrimmage with?
When is DC?
Early November