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A prior inconsistent statement of a witness is admissible, not only to impeach the witness, but also as substantive evidence -- to prove the truth of the matter previously asserted by the witness -- only if the prior consistent statement was made under oath.

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Contributed in 2009 & last edited in 2009 by Peter Tillers
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