California · Evidence Code

EVID §355: When evidence is admissible as to one party or for one purpose and is inadmissible as to another party or for another purpose, the court upon request shall restrict the evidence to its proper scope an

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Courts must limit evidence to its proper scope when requested, if evidence is admissible for one party or purpose but inadmissible for another.

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When evidence is admissible as to one party or for one purpose and is inadmissible as to another party or for another purpose, the court upon request shall restrict the evidence to its proper scope and instruct the jury accordingly.

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