Material Evidence Is That Which Is Considered Necessary to a Fair

question 19

True/False

Material evidence is that which is considered necessary to a fair and informed determination of the dispute.

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Definitions:

Peremptory Challenge

A voir dire challenge to exclude a potential juror from serving on the jury without any supporting reason or cause. Peremptory challenges based on racial or gender criteria are illegal.

Challenge For Cause

A voir dire challenge to exclude a potential juror from serving on the jury for a reason specified by an attorney in the case.

Direct Examination

The examination of a witness by the attorney who calls the witness to the stand to testify on behalf of the attorney's client.

Leading Questions

Queries phrased in a way that suggests the desired answer, typically discouraged in witness examination unless during cross-examination.