judicial gatekeeping

Judicial gatekeeping is a legal process where judges determine whether expert testimony or evidence should be admitted in court. The goal is to ensure that the evidence is relevant, reliable, and helps establish the facts of the case without confusing or misleading the jury. Essentially, judges act as filters, evaluating the quality and applicability of evidence before it can be considered in reaching a verdict. This process helps maintain fairness and integrity in the legal proceedings, ensuring that only scientifically or factually credible expert opinions influence the outcome.