Was the Judge Correct in Disallowing Jane's Testimony Regarding What

question 42

Multiple Choice

Was the judge correct in disallowing Jane's testimony regarding what Susie told her about the tire?

• A) No, the judge was wrong and should have considered that testimony.
• B) Yes, the judge was correct to disallow the testimony because it involved a possible criminal action.
• C) Yes, the judge was correct to disallow the testimony because it was hearsay.
• D) Yes, the judge was correct to disallow the testimony but only because Susie was in the courtroom and could testify herself; otherwise, it should have been allowed.
• 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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