Propensity evidence refers to the use of a person's character or past conduct to suggest that they acted in a similar manner on a particular occasion, but it is generally inadmissible in court due to the risk of undue prejudice and unfair influence on a jury. It is considered more appropriate for demonstrating credibility or motive when directly relevant to the case rather than for suggesting a disposition to commit a crime.
Character evidence refers to testimony or documents that reflect on an individual's moral standing, indicating a person's character traits which may suggest their likelihood to behave in a certain way. In legal settings, its admissibility is often restricted due to its potential prejudicial effect, but it can be pivotal in determining credibility or in sentencing phases.
Relevance refers to the degree to which information or an action is pertinent and applicable to a particular context, decision, or need. It is a critical factor in determining the usefulness and impact of information in decision-making processes across various fields, including communication, information retrieval, and education.
Habit evidence refers to the admissibility of a person's regular response to a specific situation as a predictor of their behavior in similar circumstances. This type of evidence is often used in legal settings to argue that a defendant acted in a consistent manner with past, routine behavior patterns.