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A 8646

Clarifies that pretrial motions in limine are not required in order for deposition testimony to be introduced at trial

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Charles Lavine

Deposition testimony may be admitted at trial without a pretrial in limine motion, speeding trials and cutting pretrial filings, while still governed by standard evidence rules.

REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
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Bill Summary · A 8646

Summary of Bill A 8646 (2025)

Overview

Bill A 8646 aims to simplify trial procedures by clarifying that pretrial motions in limine are not a prerequisite for introducing deposition testimony at trial. The measure intends to reduce the need for pretrial motion practice solely to obtain permission to use deposition evidence, while still allowing the typical evidentiary rules to govern admissibility.

Purpose and intent

  • The core objective is to remove a potential procedural barrier to presenting deposition testimony at trial.
  • By clarifying that a pretrial in limine motion is not required, the bill seeks to streamline trials and avoid unnecessary pretrial filings related to deposition evidence.

Key provisions (as described)

  • Deposition testimony may be introduced at trial without a prior pretrial motion in limine.
  • Admission remains subject to the standard rules of evidence and any on-record objections or rulings that occur during trial (exact procedural mechanics beyond this are not provided in the summary).

Note: The provided information does not include additional, specific text of the bill or codified provisions beyond the core clarifying purpose.

Who is affected

  • Litigants and their counsel: Potentially shorter pretrial phases and fewer filings related to deposition evidence.
  • Trial attorneys: May rely on deposition testimony being admissible without a separate in limine motion, subject to applicable evidentiary rules.
  • Judges and court staff: May handle deposition-related admissibility during trial rather than processing a separate in limine motion.
  • General public: Indirectly impacted through potentially faster trials and streamlined courtroom procedure.

Procedural status and timeline

  • Introduced: May 22, 2025.
  • Current status: Referred to Judiciary.
  • Legislative actions: Two entries on 2025-05-22 both indicate a referral to the Judiciary committee.
  • Sponsor: Charles Lavine (primary).

Next steps (typical legislative process)

  • The Judiciary committee would review, discuss, and potentially amend the bill.
  • If approved, the bill would proceed to floor consideration in the Assembly and, if applicable, related chambers, for votes and potential further action.

Additional notes

  • The summary reflects the information provided. No further substantive provisions or fiscal impacts are described in the available material.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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