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U.S. v. Sumner, No. 96-3833 (8th Cir.) (119 F.3d 658) (July 10, 1997) (Judge Roger L. Wollman)

Here, the Government argued that evidence of prior sexual misconduct was relevant to show intent, in particular the intent element required by the statute - but the court held that "intent is not at issue . . . When the defendant specifically denies only the criminal act." I(id., at 660). ...

 

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