Character evidence of a criminal defendant is generally:

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B) Inadmissible by the prosecution unless the defendant opens the door. FRE 404(a): prosecution cannot introduce defendant character evidence in its case-in-chief. The defendant may offer pertinent character evidence, opening the door for rebuttal.

Character evidence of a criminal defendant is generally:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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