Motions in Limine
/ˈmoʊʃənz ɪn ˈlɪmɪni/
Definitions
- (n.) Pretrial motions requesting court to exclude certain evidence from trial due to its prejudicial or inadmissible nature.
The defense filed motions in limine to prevent the prosecution from mentioning prior convictions.
Forms
- motion in limine
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Commentary
Motions in limine are strategic tools used to shape the evidentiary framework before trial, helping to avoid prejudicial information that might unduly influence the jury.
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