I believe the rationale is to prevent spurious arguments that serve to distract the jury. The problem is that it's at the sole discretion of the judge.
So, you could have evidence that another person committed the crime and the judge can prevent you from presenting the evidence and the argument.
how the fuck is that even legal?
Because no one that puts that bullshit out there pays for it with their life.
Probably not the answer you want to hear, but it's the truth.
I believe the rationale is to prevent spurious arguments that serve to distract the jury. The problem is that it's at the sole discretion of the judge.
So, you could have evidence that another person committed the crime and the judge can prevent you from presenting the evidence and the argument.
wow, that's bullshit. that needs to change.