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Abstract

It is an easy matter to state that evidence must be relevant. And it is easy to define relevancy in terms such as "prove or disprove," "probable inference," "logical as well as legal," and "pointing with compelling force." But the application of a test or test for relevant evidence is not a matter of definition and black letter law. When dealing with rules of evidence it is undeniable that "each case turns on its own facts." This article is devoted to an analysis of relevant evidence in federal criminal cases.

I. In General—The Test of Relevancy … Remoteness … Harmless Error … Weight of Proof

II. Circumstantial Evidence

III. Character and Habit … A. Character in General … B. Evidence to Prove Character … C. Character as Evidentiary of an Act … D. Character as an Issue in the Case … E. Character Used to Impeach … F. Habit and Custom

IV. Fact of Other Offenses … A. Generally … B. Exceptions … C. Judicial Discretion and Harmless Error

V. The Particular Crime … A. Counterfeiting … 1. Theft Crimes … 2. Forgery … 3. Embezzlement … 4. Larceny … 5. Robbery … 6. Burglary … 7. Extortion … 8. Knowing Possession or Receipt of Stolen Goods … B. Fraud Crimes … 1. False Representations … 2. Fraudulent Transfers … 3. Sundry Frauds … C. Crimes against the Person … 1. Homicide … 2. Assault … 3. Sexual Offenses … D. Public Welfare Crimes … 1. Dealing in Liquors … 2. Dealing in Drugs … E. Crimes against the State … 1. Treason … 2. Sedition … F. Conspiracy … G. Miscellaneous … 1. Perjury … 2. Bribery … 3. Arson … 4. Miscellaneous Offenses

VI. Experimental and Scientific Evidence

VII. Conclusion

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