Evidence with Judge Lucky: Hidden Secrets in the Evidence Code

Hon. Jackson Lucky (Ret.) will be presenting a series of engaging webinars exploring often-overlooked and misunderstood evidentiary rules and strategies. Through practical approaches and memorable mnemonics, you'll gain valuable tools to navigate evidentiary challenges and strengthen your litigation tactics. 

December 13 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Hidden Secrets in the Evidence Code

• Join Judge Jackson Lucky for a romp around some frequently ignored sections of the California Evidence Code, its California Law Revision Comments, and its conflicts with the Federal Rules of Evidence. Gain practical insights to navigate complex admissibility issues more effectively in your cases.

Additional dates in the Evidence with Judge Lucky Series:

 December 20 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Things That Sound Like Hearsay...But Aren't

• Join Judge Jackson Lucky for an examination of out-of-court statements that just aren't (and sometimes can't) be offered for the truth of the matter asserted. Why search for some obscure hearsay exception when the hearsay rule doesn't apply?

January 17 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: We Are What We Repeatedly Do: Character Evidence

• Join Judge Jackson Lucky to learn about his mnemonic approaches (CORPSE, COW, and COD) to the admissibility of character evidence under California Evidence Code sections 1100 et seq, forms of proof under 780 et seq, and the risks and benefits of presenting character evidence.

January 24 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: It's On My Phone: Admissibility of Electron and Social Media Evidence

• Join Judge Jackson Lucky for a straightforward and systematic approach to the admissibility of electronic and social media evidence (RASH PE). This session will provide valuable insights into effectively navigating the challenges and opportunities of incorporating social media and electronic data into legal proceedings.

January 31 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Don't Fear the Paper: An Approach for Documentary Evidence

• Join Judge Jackson Lucky for an in-depth look at the admissibility of documentary evidence. We'll build on the RASH PE approach, dissecting the documents that are in our way.

February 7 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: NOTMA's Bed: A Mnemonic Approach to Expert Testimony Under People v. Sanchez

• Join Judge Jackson Lucky to learn his mnemonic system to tackle hearsay challenges presented by People v. Sanchez. More importantly, learn strategies to avoid dealing with Sanchez in the first place!