Asked by Alyssa Gehrke on May 03, 2024

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William is an attorney who wishes to submit a motion to a judge to limit the evidence that can be brought out in his client's trial. William should instruct his paralegal to draft which of the following?

A) Motion for a directed verdict
B) Motion for a new trial
C) Motion for a judgment as a matter of law
D) Motion in limine

Motion In Limine

A motion requesting that certain evidence not be brought out at the trial, such as prejudicial, irrelevant, or legally inadmissible evidence.

Directed Verdict

A court order to a jury to return a particular verdict, typically because one party has not produced sufficient evidence to support their claim or defense.

New Trial

A court's order setting aside a jury's verdict and calling for a re-examination of a case.

  • Learn the procedural aspects of filing pre-trial motions and their strategic importance in litigation.
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Zybrea KnightMay 09, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A motion in limine is specifically used to request that certain evidence be deemed inadmissible or limited at trial, which aligns with William's objective.