This section of Michigan law outlines the rules for admitting evidence in criminal trials. It covers the use of handwriting samples for signature verification, the use of prior testimony or depositions when witnesses are unavailable, and the admissibility of similar acts to establish a defendant's motive, intent, or scheme.
Yes, handwriting or signature samples can be introduced to compare and verify a person's signature, regardless of whether the paper is part of the case evidence.
Yes, prior testimony from examinations, preliminary hearings, or depositions can be used if the witness is unavailable, insane, or otherwise unable to testify.
Yes, similar acts can be introduced to show motive, intent, or scheme, even if they involve other crimes or occur before or after the act in question.
Yes, evidence of prior or similar acts can be used to establish a defendant's motive, intent, or plan in the current case.