Missouri SB1309 modifies expert testimony rules in court proceedings.
Missouri SB1309 changes the rules for admitting expert testimony in court. It allows experts to testify based on facts or data they have observed or been made aware of, provided the testimony is reliable and helps the jury. It also clarifies that an expert's opinion on the ultimate issue is not automatically objectionable. The bill applies to various court cases, including those in juvenile and family courts, and probate proceedings.
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