Relevant evidence may be excluded if its probative value is substantially outweighed by the danger of unfair prejudice, confusion of the issues, or misleading the jury or by considerations of undue delay, waste of time, or needless presentation of cumulative evidence.
History. Code 1981, § 24-4-403 , enacted by Ga. L. 2011, p. 99, § 2/HB 24.
Cross references.
Excluding relevant evidence for prejudice, confusion, waste of time, or other reasons, Fed. R. Evid. 403
Editor’s notes.
In light of the reenactment of this Title, effective January 1, 2013, the reader is advised to consult the annotations following Code Sections 24-4-401 and 24-4-402, which may also be applicable to this Code section.
Law reviews.
For annual survey on evidence law, see 69 Mercer L. Rev. 101 (2017).
For annual survey on evidence law, see 70 Mercer L. Rev. 97 (2018).
For annual survey on trial practice and procedure, see 70 Mercer L. Rev. 253 (2018).
For annual survey on evidence, see 71 Mercer L. Rev. 103 (2019).
For article, “An Overview of Ultimate Issue Evidence,” see 25 Ga. St. B.J. 19 (June 2020).
For article, “Character Evidence in the Civil Setting,” see 26 Ga. St. B.J. 20 (Dec. 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