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Character evidence is generally inadmissible in civil cases except:

A Never allowed
B When character is an essential element of the claim or defense
C Always allowed
D Only for experts

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

FRE 404: character evidence not admissible to show action in conformity. Exception in civil cases: when character itself is at issue (e.g., defamation, negligent entrustment, child custody).

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