Although evidence of other crimes and prior bad acts is generally not admissible to prove someone's inherent character, it may be used to show other purposes, such as all of the following, except:

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Evidence of other crimes and prior bad acts is generally not admissible to prove a person's character in order to show that they acted in conformity therewith on a particular occasion. This includes using such evidence to show a propensity or inclination to commit a type of crime, which is not an acceptable purpose for admitting this kind of evidence. The other options (proof of motive, opportunity, and means) are legitimate purposes for which evidence of other crimes or bad acts may be admissible.

Although Evidence of Other Crimes and Prior Bad Acts Is