The prosecution may introduce evidence regarding special skills the defendant possesses if these skills are relevant to the way the crime was committed.

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This is because the defendant's special skills may help to establish an element of the crime, such as premeditation, or show that the defendant had the knowledge or ability to commit the crime in a particular way. However, the evidence must still be relevant and its probative value must outweigh any potential prejudice to the defendant.

The Prosecution May Introduce Evidence Regarding Special Skills the Defendant