This book is designed to provide the student with an entry point to the rules of evidence. It is designed to be a plain English overview of the background and application of the rules of evidence. This book is written for those who are entering the field of criminal justice with the goal of becoming a practitioner in the system serving in a role such as a peace officer, court security officer, social services provider, court employee, or correctional officer, as opposed to being an introduction to the legal profession. You will find in this book a series of cases that have been edited for readability and to help those new to legal issues appreciate the relationship the Rules of Evidence has with case law and procedural law. It is the hope of the publisher that you will find this book helpful. It is a compilation of material garnered from various states and the federal government. As you use the book you should also reference your particular state’s laws and procedures