Rule 26.3 – Order of Expert Testimony

In a trial involving conflicting expert testimony and with the consent of all parties, the court may reorder the ordinary proof process to increase the likelihood that jurors will be able to comprehend and evaluate expert testimony.Tenn. R. Crim. P. 26.3Advisory...

Rule 25 – Disability of Judge

(a) During Trial. Any judge regularly presiding in or who is assigned to a court may complete a jury trial if:(1) the judge before whom a jury trial has commenced is unable to proceed because of death, sickness, or other disability; and(2) the judge completing the...

Rule 24.1 – Juror Information

(a) Notetaking.(1)Notetaking Allowed. The court shall instruct jurors that they may take notes during the trial and deliberations.(2)Materials. The court shall provide suitable materials for this purpose.(3)Access to Notes. Jurors shall have access to their notes...