State of mind evidence is admissible when a mental or bodily state is directly in issue, showing intent or knowledge.

Facts showing the existence of any state of mind or of any state of body or bodily feeling are relevant when that state is in issue; such facts must show the state with reference to the particular matter in question. Where the accused's previous commission of an offence is relevant, a prior conviction is also admissible. Relevance depends on a direct connection to the specific mental or bodily condition alleged, and general disposition or habitual propensity is not a substitute for facts tied to the particular issue.

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