Rule 405. Methods of proving character.
(a) Reputation or opinion. - In all cases in which evidence of character or a trait of character of a person is admissible, proof may be made by testimony as to reputation or by testimony in the form of an opinion. On cross-examination, inquiry is allowable into relevant specific instances of conduct. Expert testimony on character or a trait of character is not admissible as circumstantial evidence of behavior.
(b) Specific instances of conduct. - In cases in which character or a trait of character of a person is an essential element of a charge, claim, or defense, proof may also be made of specific instances of his conduct. (1983, c. 701, s. 1.)
Structure North Carolina General Statutes
North Carolina General Statutes
Article 4 - Relevancy and Its Limits.
Rule 401 - Definition of "relevant evidence."
Rule 402 - Relevant evidence generally admissible; irrelevant evidence inadmissible.
Rule 403 - Exclusion of relevant evidence on grounds of prejudice, confusion, or waste of time.
Rule 404 - Character evidence not admissible to prove conduct; exceptions; other crimes.
Rule 405 - Methods of proving character.
Rule 406 - Habit; routine practice.
Rule 407 - Subsequent remedial measures.
Rule 408 - Compromise and offers to compromise.
Rule 409 - Payment of medical and other expenses.
Rule 410 - Inadmissibility of pleas, plea discussions, and related statements.
Rule 411 - Liability insurance.
Rule 412 - Rape or sex offense cases; relevance of victim's past behavior.
Rule 413 - Medical actions; statements to ameliorate or mitigate adverse outcome.