"This is the second version of the first edition of this chapter, updated March 21, 2012. Visit http://elangdell.cali.org/ for the latest version and for revision history."--Page ii.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Contents
Introductory note -- I. Historical background -- II. Rule 412(a)(1): The General Proscription -- III. Rule 412(b)(1): Criminal Exceptions -- IV. Rule 412(b)(2): Civil Exception -- V. Rule 412(c): Procedure for Admissibility in Criminal Cases -- VI. Rape Shield Pleadings.
Summary
"A Rule preventing the admission of evidence concerning the sexual predisposition and behavior of an alleged victim of sexual misconduct, subject to certain exceptions. Through a series of cases and hypotheticals drawn from actual cases, this book gives readers a roadmap for how to address any Rape Shield Rule issue in practice."--Preface.