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Opinion Testimony

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Generally, unless an express exception exists, opinion testimony is not admissible in court. Expert witnesses may, if qualified and recognized by the court, give their opinion. The proponent of the evidence must establish the qualifications of the expert witness from whom they will seek opinion evidence in court.

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