As used in this chapter, the term “relevant evidence” means evidence having any tendency to make the existence of any fact that is of consequence to the determination of the action more probable or less probable than it would be without the evidence.
History. Code 1981, § 24-4-401 , enacted by Ga. L. 2011, p. 99, § 2/HB 24.
Cross references.
Test for relevant evidence, Fed. R. Evid. 401.
Law reviews.
For comment discussing the admissibility of ex parte affidavit in nonjury situations, in light of Camp v. Camp, 213 Ga. 65 , 97 S.E.2d 125 (1957), see 20 Ga. B.J. 392 (1958).
For comment discussing admissibility of relevant motion picture films, in light of Long v. General Elec. Co., 213 Ga. 809 , 102 S.E.2d 9 (1958), see 22 Ga. B.J. 92 (1959).
For note discussing the possible uses of video tape and its admissibility as evidence, see 5 Ga. St. B.J. 393 (1969).
For article, “The Myth of Conditional Relevancy,” see 14 Ga. L. Rev. 435 (1980).
For article, “ ‘They Say He’s Gay’: The Admissibility of Evidence of Sexual Orientation,” see 37 Ga. L. Rev. 793 (2003).
For annual survey on evidence law, see 70 Mercer L. Rev. 97 (2018).
For article, “An Overview of Ultimate Issue Evidence,” see 25 Ga. St. B.J. 19 (June 2020).
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 4 - Relevant Evidence and Its Limits
§ 24-4-401. “Relevant Evidence” Defined
§ 24-4-402. Relevant Evidence Generally Admissible; Irrelevant Evidence Not Admissible
§ 24-4-403. Exclusion of Relevant Evidence on the Grounds of Prejudice, Confusion, or Waste of Time
§ 24-4-404. Character Evidence Not Admissible to Prove Conduct; Exceptions; Other Crimes
§ 24-4-405. Methods of Proving Character
§ 24-4-406. Habit; Routine Practice
§ 24-4-407. Subsequent Remedial Measures
§ 24-4-408. Compromises and Offers to Compromise
§ 24-4-409. Payment of Medical and Similar Expenses
§ 24-4-410. Inadmissibility of Pleas, Plea Discussions, and Related Statements
§ 24-4-411. Liability Insurance
§ 24-4-413. Evidence of Similar Transaction Crimes in Sexual Assault Cases
§ 24-4-414. Evidence of Similar Transaction Crimes in Child Molestation Cases
§ 24-4-416. Statements of Sympathy in Medical Malpractice Cases
§ 24-4-417. Evidence of Similar Acts in Prosecutions for Violations of Code Section 40-6-391
§ 24-4-418. Admissibility of Criminal Gang Activity, Disclosure
§ 24-4-419. Admission of Criminal History Record Information