Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey
Plaintiff's history...
When a rape victim is on the stand, there are certain rules which prevent her/his sexual history from coming into light. What is it called when the victim says something that allows the Defense Atty to now explore said history. I hope this is worded correct!!
Thank you for your help!!
Asked on 10/08/07, 4:10 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Gary Moore
Gary Moore Attorney At Law
Re: Plaintiff's history...
There term is "opening the door." This means that a witness has made a statement which creates the situation
where the other side would be placed at an unfair disadvantage if it could not pursue what was, otherwise, a prohibited line of questioning.
Call me if you like.
Gary Moore, Esquire
Hackensack, New Jersey
www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com
Answered on 10/08/07, 4:31 pm
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