In U.S. law, a motion in limine (Latin: [ɪn ˈliːmɪnɛ]; "at the start", literally, "on the threshold") is a motion, discussed outside the presence of the jury, to request that certain testimony be excluded. A motion in limine can also be used to get a ruling to allow for the inclusion of evidence.

What does motion in limine mean?

A pretrial motion asking that certain evidence be found inadmissible, and that it not be referred to or offered at trial.

When can you make a motion in limine?

Anytime there is a desire to prevent the other side from attempting to offer damaging evidence which is not properly allowed by the court, a motion in limine should be filed by the lawyer in advance of trial to protect his client's interests.