Testimony That Involves a Witness Stating That Some Else Told

question 68

Short Answer

Testimony that involves a witness stating that some else told them something is usually not admissible at trial because such testimony is _____.

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Definitions:

Social Distance

The perceived or desired degree of remoteness between members of different social groups, which can affect communication and interaction.

Behavioral Expression

The outward manifestation of emotions, thoughts, or feelings through actions or behaviors.

Prejudice

A strong, unreasonable dislike or hatred of a group, based on a negative stereotype.

Stanford Prison Study

A psychological experiment conducted in 1971 that investigated the effects of perceived power, focusing on the struggle between prisoners and prison officers.