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.
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.