The fact that the defendant received $100,000 from a life insurance policy due to the death of the murder victim is:

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Evidence of the life insurance policy and payout is admissible to show motive for the defendant to kill the victim. Motive is a relevant factor in determining guilt or innocence, and this evidence can help establish motive. There is no requirement for physical evidence connecting the defendant to the murder or for the prosecution to show that the defendant paid for the life insurance policy. The evidence would not be unduly prejudicial because it is relevant to the case and can help the jury understand the defendant's actions.

The Fact That the Defendant Received $100,000 from a Life