A witness may not testify to a matter unless evidence is introduced sufficient to support a finding that he has personal knowledge of the matter. Evidence to prove personal knowledge may, but need not, consist of the testimony of the witness himself. This rule is subject to the provisions of section 27-703 , relating to opinion testimony by expert witnesses.
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 27-602
Rule 602. Lack of personal knowledge; witness may not testify; evidence
Applied in 25 court decisions — leading case State v. Bjorklund (2000)
Most recently applied in Helzer Farms v. Allington (March 2026)
Laws 1975, LB 279, § 35.
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