In a civil lawsuit, the plaintiff seeks to introduce evidence that the defendant is dishonest by presenting testimony from several coworkers who describe the defendant's untrustworthy behavior. Under the rules of evidence, which method of proving character is the plaintiff utilizing?
Introducing expert testimony on the defendant’s likelihood to be dishonest.
Using secondhand statements about the defendant’s dishonesty.
Relying on the defendant’s general reputation in the community.
Presenting specific instances of the defendant’s dishonest behavior
The plaintiff is using specific instances of the defendant’s conduct as a method to prove character, which is an acceptable method for character evidence under the rules of evidence. This approach involves presenting detailed examples of past behavior to demonstrate a character trait, such as dishonesty.
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