Idaho R. Evid. 701

As amended through September 30, 2024

Rule 701 - Opinion testimony by lay witness

If a witness is not testifying as an expert, testimony in the form of an opinion or inference is limited to one that is:

(a) rationally based on the witness's perception;

(b) helpful to clearly understanding the witness's testimony or to determining a fact in issue; and

(c) not based on scientific, technical, or other specialized knowledge within the scope of Rule 702.

Id. R. Evid. 701

Adopted January 8, 1985, effective 7/1/1985; amended March 5, 2002, effective 7/1/2002; amended March 26, 2018, effective 7/1/2018.