Cross Limited To Credibility Means Cross Can Be Barred
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Example wrong choices
17422_cedar_ridge_van_sale · EVIDENCE · Choice BThe ruling is proper unless Barnabas first makes an offer of proof about every question he would ask.
Why it's attractive
The trial judge did not exclude a piece of evidence; the judge denied cross itself.
Why it's wrong
The trial judge did not exclude a piece of evidence; the judge denied cross itself.
17422_cedar_ridge_van_sale · EVIDENCE · Choice CThe ruling is proper because the trial judge has complete discretion over the order and mode of examining witnesses.
Why it's attractive
The rule says 'reasonable control,' not 'complete discretion.'
Why it's wrong
The rule says 'reasonable control,' not 'complete discretion.'
17422_cedar_ridge_van_sale · EVIDENCE · Choice DThe ruling is proper because cross-examination is limited to the witness's credibility.
Why it's attractive
Cross goes to subject matter of direct and credibility, and the court may allow additional matters; the rule limits scope, not whether cross occurs.
Why it's wrong
Cross goes to subject matter of direct and credibility, and the court may allow additional matters; the rule limits scope, not whether cross occurs.
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