Rule 404(b): The Bare Fact of Conviction Rule

Published for NC Criminal Law on April 17, 2013.

Evidence Rule 404(b) allows for the admission of evidence of other crimes, wrongs, or acts for purposes other than propensity, such as proving motive, opportunity, intent, preparation or plan. In a series of posts, I’ll explore common issues that arise regarding Rule 404(b). First up is the bare fact of conviction rule. As a general ... Read more

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