Prior crimes known to have been committed by the defendant may sometimes be introduced into evidence to prove that the defendant committed the crime for which he or she is now charged.

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Prior bad acts or crimes may be admissible under certain circumstances, such as for establishing motive, opportunity, intent, preparation, plan, knowledge, identity, or absence of mistake or accident. However, there are limitations and rules that must be followed before such evidence can be introduced in court.

Prior Crimes Known to Have Been Committed by the Defendant