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Illustrative Aid Template

Identify an explanatory aid with a visible NOT EVIDENCE legend. This template distinguishes an illustrative aid from a summary offered as evidence; the applicable court controls how either may be used.

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Key facts at a glance
  • The Illustrative Aid is one of 29 built-in exhibit stamp templates in ExhibitPrep, grouped under the Specialized category.
  • ExhibitPrep processes documents in the browser; files are never uploaded to a server during stamping.
  • Previewing documents stamped with the Illustrative Aid is free, and ExhibitPrep charges $4.99 only when files are downloaded.
  • ExhibitPrep batch-stamps multiple documents in one session and runs on any device with a web browser, including Mac, Windows, and iPad.

When to Use This Template

Timelines used to explain evidence or argument
Explanatory charts treated as non-evidentiary aids
Organizing illustrative materials separately from evidence

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Best Practices

  • 1Check whether the material is an illustrative aid or a summary offered as evidence
  • 2Keep the NOT EVIDENCE legend visible
  • 3Review the court instructions before including aids in any trial or deliberation packet

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Illustrative Aid FAQ

How is this different from Summary Exhibit?

Federal Rule 107 addresses illustrative aids; Rule 1006 addresses summaries offered to prove the content of voluminous admissible materials. Choose the purpose deliberately; a stamp does not decide admissibility.

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