Rule 705 Disclosing the Facts or Data Underlying an Expert's Opinion
Article VII. Opinions and Expert Testimony
Rule Text
Unless the court orders otherwise, an expert may state an opinion--and give the reasons for it--without first testifying to the underlying facts or data. But the expert may be required to disclose those facts or data on cross-examination.
Amendment history: Amended Oct. 19, 1988, effective Nov. 1, 1988; Sept. 3, 2009, effective Jan. 1, 2010; Sept. 8, 2011, effective Jan. 1, 2012.