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2013

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Prior Statements In Montana: Part Ii, Cynthia Ford Jan 2013

Prior Statements In Montana: Part Ii, Cynthia Ford

Faculty Journal Articles & Other Writings

This article is part two of a two-part series on prior statements in Montana. This article examines prior consistent statements under M.R.E.. 801(d)(1)(B) and how the language of the rule is unclear and confusing, especially compared to the federal version. As a result, Montana has a myriad of case law attempting to apply the Montana rule on prior consistent statements. The article first provides background to the establishment of the rule about prior consistent statements. Next the article discusses both federal and Montana "trigger" cases and compares Montana's approach with that of the federal courts. The article then offers suggestions …


A Refresher: Mt Evidence Law Sources And Research, Cynthia Ford Jan 2013

A Refresher: Mt Evidence Law Sources And Research, Cynthia Ford

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This article discusses how to locate, research, and use Montana evidence law sources.


Montana V. Federal Evidence Rules 2013: A Short Comparison, Cynthia Ford Jan 2013

Montana V. Federal Evidence Rules 2013: A Short Comparison, Cynthia Ford

Faculty Journal Articles & Other Writings

This article provides a short comparison of the current Federal Rules of Evidence and the Montana Rules of Evidence. It is meant to cover major differences and does not include those, in the view of the author, that are minor or inconsequential.