Military Rule of Evidence 707: A Bright Line Rule Which Needs to be Dimmed

Abstract

An examination of MRE 707 and the validity of its bright line rule of exclusion for polygraph evidence. A comparative analysis with existing case law and rules of evidence reveals MRE 707 to be statutorily and constitutionally defective. This study will analyze possible theories of admissibility for polygraph evidence so as to highlight the deficiencies inherent in MRE 707 and strengthen the argument for a revocation of the rule.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1993
Accession Number
ADA456566

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  • John J. Canham Jr.

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