Can the Defense Introduce Evidence About Fred's Reputation for Being

question 23

Multiple Choice

Can the defense introduce evidence about Fred's reputation for being timid and avoiding fights

• A)Yes, being timid is relevant to the question of whether Fred started the fight.
• B)Yes, the defense can introduce any character evidence about the defendant that it wishes.
• C)No, the defense is allowed to introduce character evidence about the defendant on the issue of truthfulness but not on other issues.
• D)No, the defense is not allowed to introduce evidence about the defendant's character.

---

Definitions:

Positive Feedback

A form of evaluation or response that emphasizes what was done well, reinforcing the behavior that produced positive outcomes.

Cognitive Dissonance

Cognitive dissonance is a psychological phenomenon where a person experiences mental discomfort due to holding conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes simultaneously.

Role-Play

A technique involving acting out roles or scenarios, often used in education, training, therapy, or conflict resolution to explore situations and behaviors.

Collusion

A secret agreement or cooperation between parties for a deceitful or fraudulent purpose.