Rule 404(a)(B)(ii)provides that when an accused attacks the character of an alleged victim under 404(a)(2)(B):

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Rule 404(a)(B)(ii) allows the door to be open to attack the same character trait of the accused when the accused attacks the character of an alleged victim under 404(a)(2)(B). This is known as the doctrine of "opening the door." It is meant to prevent unfair prejudice against the defendant by allowing the prosecution to present evidence relating to the defendant's character if the defense has already opened the door to character evidence.

Rule 404(a)(B)(ii)provides That When an Accused Attacks the Character of an Alleged