Evidence Rape Shield Rule
Colin Miller
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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 --
The Rape Shield Rule, contained in Federal Rule of Evidence 412 and state counterparts is 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 chapter gives readers a roadmap for how to address any Rape Shield Rule issue in practice. Faculty materials also available: In addition to the free, open learning materials for students listed above, this eLangdell chapter includes a teacher's manual. Faculty and staff at CALI member schools can access these materials by logging in to eLangdell with a cali.org username and password. Contact CALI if you have questions.