# Va. Sup. Ct. R. 2:105: Rule 2:105. PROOF ADMITTED FOR LIMITED PURPOSES

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_VA_P2_R2_105

## Section

- **Citation:** Va. Sup. Ct. R. 2:105
- **Heading:** Rule 2:105. PROOF ADMITTED FOR LIMITED PURPOSES
- **Jurisdiction:** Virginia
- **Kind:** Court rules
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Rules of the Supreme Court of Virginia / Virginia Rules Of Evidence / Part 2 - Virginia Rules Of Evidence / Va. Sup. Ct. R. 2:105

## Text

When evidence is admissible as to one party or for one purpose but not admissible as to
another party or for another purpose, the court upon motion must restrict such evidence to its
proper scope and instruct the jury accordingly. The court may give such limiting instructions sua
sponte, to which any party may object.

Last amended by Order dated November 13, 2020; effective July 1, 2021.

PART TWO
VIRGINIA RULES OF EVIDENCE

ARTICLE I. GENERAL PROVISIONS

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