Mercy Rule (Character Evidence Admissibility)
- A principle allowing a person accused of a crime to present their favorable character traits as part of their defense strategy through others' opinions of them
- In his trial, the defendant implemented the Mercy Rule (Character Evidence Admissibility) by having his childhood teacher testify about his good nature.
- The Mercy Rule (Character Evidence Admissibility) was invoked, enabling character references to be introduced as part of the defense.
- Using the Mercy Rule (Character Evidence Admissibility), the defendant's neighbor gave a statement highlighting her non-violent personality.
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