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Colo. R. Evid. 701 (2026)

Opinion Testimony by Lay Witnesses

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If the witness is not testifying as an expert, the witness’ testimony in the form of opinions or inferences is limited to those opinions or inferences which are (a) rationally based on the perception of the witness, (b) helpful to a clear understanding of the witness’ testimony or the determination of a fact in issue, and (c) not based on scientific, technical, or other specialized knowledge within the scope of Rule 702.

(Federal Rule Identical.)

Source: Entire rule amended and adopted June 20, 2002, effective July 1, 2002.

COMMITTEE COMMENT

This rule does not foreclose an owner from property. Universal Insurance Company v. giving an opinion as to the value of his real Arrigo, 96 Colo. 531, 44 P.2d 1020 (1935).