NC · rules
N.C. R. Evid. 405
Methods of proving character
(a) Reputation or opinion. - In all cases in which evidence of character or a trait of character of a person is admissible, proof may be made by testimony as to reputation or by testimony in the form of an opinion. On cross-examination, inquiry is allowable into relevant specific instances of conduct. Expert testimony on character or a trait of character is not admissible as circumstantial evidence of behavior.
(b) Specific instances of conduct. - In cases in which character or a trait of character of a person is an essential element of a charge, claim, or defense, proof may also be made of specific instances of his conduct.
History
(1983, c. 701, s. 1.)
Provenance
- Source
- ncleg.gov; ncbar.gov
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-15
- Edition
- 2026-09-15
- Content hash
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