Should the Judge Have Disallowed Tamra's Testimony About What Aimee

question 31

Multiple Choice

Should the judge have disallowed Tamra's testimony about what Aimee told her about the tire?

• A)Yes,the judge was correct to disallow the testimony but only because Aimee was in the courtroom and could testify herself;otherwise,it should have been allowed.
• B)No,the judge was wrong and should have considered that testimony.
• C)Yes,the judge was correct to disallow the testimony because it involved a possible criminal action.
• D)Yes,the judge was correct to disallow the testimony because it was hearsay.
• E)Yes,the judge was correct to disallow the testimony but only because it purportedly came from an admitted friend of the defendant,not an independent witness;otherwise,it should have been allowed.

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