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Multistate Bar Examination Practice Question

During the trial of a defendant accused of bank robbery, the prosecution seeks to introduce evidence that the defendant robbed another bank five years ago. The prior robbery resulted in a conviction. The prosecution argues that this evidence shows the defendant’s propensity to commit bank robberies. The defense objects to the evidence. How should the court likely rule?

  • The evidence is inadmissible unless the defendant testifies and opens the door to their past criminal conduct.

  • The evidence is inadmissible because it is being used to show a propensity to commit the crime in question, which is not a permissible purpose.

  • The evidence is admissible if the prior conviction was for the same type of crime as the current charge.

  • The evidence is admissible because it demonstrates the defendant’s criminal history, which is relevant to their guilt.

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