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N.J.R.E. 701
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N.J.R.E. 701 Opinion Testimony of Lay Witnesses
Article VII: Opinions and Expert Testimony
Rule Text
If a witness is not testifying as an expert, the witness' testimony in the form of opinions or inferences may be admitted if it:
(a) is rationally based on the witness’ perception and
(b) will assist in understanding the witness' testimony or determining a fact in issue.
Amendment history: Adopted September 15, 1992 to be effective July 1, 1993; paragraphs (a) and (b) amended September 16, 2019 to be effective July 1, 2020.