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Md. Rule 5-405 (2026)

Md. Rule 5-405. Methods of Proving Character

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(a) Reputation or Opinion. In all cases in which evidence of character or a trait of character of a person is admissible, proof may be made by testimony as to reputation or by testimony in the form of an opinion. On cross-examination, inquiry is allowable into relevant specific instances of conduct.

(b) Specific Instances of Conduct. In cases in which character or a trait of character of a person is an essential element of a charge, claim, or defense, proof may also be made of relevant specific instances of that person's conduct.

Source: This Rule is derived from F.R.Ev. 405.

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[Adopted Dec. 15, 1993, eff. July 1, 1994.]