1310-B

I would argue that she is qualified as an expert by demonstrating her skill and knowledge. FRE 702 says that there are 5 ways to prove qualifications; two of them are by showing "knowledge or skill."

Questions? Email tanford@indiana.edu, and refer to 1310-B

Assume Ms. Vito is qualified, and the testimony continues:

Defense: Your Honor, this is a picture of the tire tracks outside the Sack O' Suds. I'd like to submit it as evidence.
Prosecutor No objection, your Honor.
Q: Miss Vito, it has been argued by me, the defense, that two sets of guys met up at the Sack O' Suds at the same time, driving identical metallic mint green 1964 Buick Skylark convertibles. Now, can you tell us, by looking at the picture, if the Defense's case holds water?

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