Under Rule 404(a), how may evidence of a defendant’s character be used in criminal trials?

Under Rule 404(a), how may evidence of a defendant’s character be used in criminal trials?

• A. To show a relevant character trait for a non-propensity purpose or to support a permitted defense.
• B. To prove the defendant's propensity to commit the crime.
• C. To prove the defendant's guilt.
• D. To attack the credibility of the defendant.

Answer: (A)