Evidence Code section 1151

When, after the occurrence of an event, remedial or precautionary measures are taken, which, if taken previously, would have tended to make the event less likely to occur, evidence of such subsequent measures is inadmissible to prove negligence or culpable conduct in connection with the event.

Source: Section 1151, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID§ionNum=1151. (accessed Apr. 24, 2025).

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Apr. 24, 2025

§ 1151’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/evidence_code_section_1151

Original Source: Section 1151, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID§ionNum=1151. (last accessed Apr. 24, 2025).