What's the difference between FRE 702 and ABA Model Rules?

FRE 702 (expert testimony · reliability gatekeeping) and ABA Model Rules (Rule 1.1 · 1.6 · 3.3 · 5.1–5.3 · Op 512) are distinct cite-anchors. Planisphere's evidence record maps both controls for evaluator review; sufficiency remains evaluator-specific.

Do I need both FRE 702 and ABA Model Rules in my record?

If both apply to your tool deployment, yes — and the record maps both controls in one artifact at no extra cost.

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FRE 702 vs ABA Model Rules.

Two regulatory anchors. Planisphere's evidence record maps both controls. This page is the comparison query's canonical destination.

Scope an AI workflow review FRE 702 brief ABA Model Rules brief

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When to lead with FRE 702.

Use FRE 702 as the primary anchor when the evaluator is shaped this way.

Audience. expert testimony · reliability gatekeeping.

Shape. gavel · brass head + ink handle + base.

Where it lives in the record. The FRE 702 cite-anchor pins next to every artifact in ATTESTATION.json. See the FRE 702 brief for the field-level mapping.

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When to lead with ABA Model Rules.

Use ABA Model Rules as the primary anchor when the evaluator is shaped this way.

Audience. Rule 1.1 · 1.6 · 3.3 · 5.1–5.3 · Op 512.

Shape. open book · brass bar tabs.

Where it lives in the record. The ABA Model Rules cite-anchor pins next to every artifact in ATTESTATION.json. See the ABA Model Rules brief for the field-level mapping.

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Both at once.

The evidence record maps both anchors for review — you don't have to pick.

Planisphere's evidence record is multi-control by construction. FRE 702 and ABA Model Rules are both keys in the record's requirement list; the same SHA-pinned, Merkle-rooted artifact gives both evaluators a shared review record.

The requirement list is open — add any standard the regulator names. See the full compliance-control register.

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