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Rule 705 — Disclosing the facts or data underlying an expert's opinion
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Original text
Unless the military judge orders otherwise, an expert may state an opinion - and give the reasons for it - without first testifying to the underlying facts or data. The expert may be required to disclose those facts or data on cross-examination.
Current text
Unless the military judge orders otherwise, an expert may state an opinion - and give the reasons for it - without first testifying to the underlying facts or data. The expert may be required to disclose those facts or data on cross-examination.
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