Jan
28
If a criminal defendant takes the stand on her own behalf, which of the following convictions is inadmissible to impeach her credibility even though the trial judge believes that the probative value of the evidence outweighs its prejudicial effect?
A. A conviction more than fifteen years old where the prosecution has notified the defendant of its intention to introduce the conviction.
B. A conviction which is under appeal.
C. A conviction for arson less than ten years old.
D. A juvenile conviction.
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