Motion in Limine

MO-shun in LIE-mi-nee
A pretrial motion filed in court asking the judge to prohibit one or both parties from introducing certain evidence or making certain arguments at trial.
The defense attorney filed a motion in limine to prevent the prosecution from mentioning the defendant's prior arrest that did not result in a conviction.
Frazier v. Cupp (1967) - The Supreme Court established the standard for motions in limine, requiring that the evidence be both prejudicial and irrelevant to be excluded.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of evidence can be excluded by a motion in limine?

A motion in limine can be used to exclude evidence that is irrelevant, prejudicial, hearsay, or fruit of the poisonous tree.

What are some of the benefits of using a motion in limine?

Motions in limine can help to streamline a trial by preventing irrelevant or prejudicial evidence from being introduced. They can also help to avoid mistrials.

What are some of the drawbacks of using a motion in limine?

Motions in limine can be time-consuming and expensive to file. Additionally, there is no guarantee that the judge will grant the motion.

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