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Old Chief, Crowder, And Trials By Stipulation, David Robinson Jr.
Old Chief, Crowder, And Trials By Stipulation, David Robinson Jr.
William & Mary Bill of Rights Journal
In this Article, Professor Robinson argues that the meaning of "unfair prejudice" and the scope of trial judges' discretion in employing Rule 403 of the Federal Rules of Evidence is still uncertain following the Supreme Court's recent decision in United States v. Old Chief and its vacation and remand of United States v. Crowder and United States v. Davis. Robinson evaluates the evidentiary implications of the Supreme Court's recent decisions by discussing each case and analyzing the implications of the three cases read together.
Professor Robinson examines the possible effects of stipulations and admissions on the Rule 403 balancing test …