Rule 401
Defines relevant evidence
Rule 402
Defines when evidence is or isn’t admissable
Is not admissable when not relevant
Rule 403
Evidence can be excluded if it creates an unfair bias, wastes time, and does not help come to a conclusion.
Prejudice
Rule 404
Character evidence can’t be used to prove conduct.
It can be used to prove: motive, opportunity, knowledge, and intent
Rule 405
Methods of proving character
-reputation only admissable to prove truthfulness or untruthfulness
-charge/claim can be made only if trait is necessary for the case
Rule 406
Habit or routine practice
Rule 410
Inadmissablility of pleas