Evidence Rules Advisors Schedule Boston October Gathering
Published Date: 6/15/2026
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The Advisory Committee on Evidence Rules is meeting on October 15, 2026, in Boston with options to join online or in person. This meeting affects lawyers, judges, and anyone interested in court rules, as they’ll discuss possible updates to how evidence is handled in court. If you want to watch in person, you need to register by October 8, but remote viewing is open until the meeting ends.
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