Article VII - Opinion and Expert Evidence

As amended through October 3, 2024

Article VII - Opinion and Expert Evidence

Massachusetts Section	Corresponding Federal Rule	Comparison
MGE § 701	FRE 701	Substantially similar.
MGE § 702	FRE 702	Substantially similar.
MGE § 703	FRE 703	Significant differences. These include that FRE 703 allows experts to rely upon facts not independently admissible if reasonably relied upon by experts in the field.
MGE § 704	FRE 704	Differences. FRE 704(b) prohibits an expert witness from opining on whether the defendant did or did not have a certain mental state or condition that constitutes an element of the crime charged or of a defense.
MGE § 705	FRE 705	Identical.
MGE § 706	FRE 706	Significant differences.