1.14 Prior Inconsistent Statements [or Acts] refer to statements or acts made by a witness or party that are inconsistent with testimony or statements given in a court of law. This type of evidence is used to attack the credibility of a witness or party. There are three types of prior inconsistent statements or acts: 1. Written Statements: Written statements that are inconsistent with the testimony or statements given in court. 2. Oral Statements: Oral statements that are inconsistent with the testimony or statements given in court. 3. Acts: Actions that are inconsistent with the testimony or statements given in court. Prior inconsistent statements or acts are admissible in court as evidence and can help to impeach the credibility of the witness or party.
1.14 Prior Inconsistent Statements [or Acts] refer to statements or acts made by a witness or party that are inconsistent with testimony or statements given in a court of law. This type of evidence is used to attack the credibility of a witness or party. There are three types of prior inconsistent statements or acts: 1. Written Statements: Written statements that are inconsistent with the testimony or statements given in court. 2. Oral Statements: Oral statements that are inconsistent with the testimony or statements given in court. 3. Acts: Actions that are inconsistent with the testimony or statements given in court. Prior inconsistent statements or acts are admissible in court as evidence and can help to impeach the credibility of the witness or party.