We now have rules of evidence "reference" apps either published or awaiting approval for the following states: Colorado, Florida, Minnesota, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas and Washington. Check out the new "Rules" tab on the website.

Why these states? It's a formatting issue. These states' rules are much like the Federal Rules of Evidence, so they are easier create. We continue to work on additional states and on other rules such as civil and criminal procedure.

Jimmy Verner
jverner@vernerlegal.com

With the help of another software engineer, we have finished our first "reference" iPhone application, the Texas Rules of Evidence. The app will be submitted later today to iTunes for approval. If the past is any guide, it should take about ten days for the app to appear on the iTunes store.

The Texas Rules of Evidence app allows the user to search for rules either by drilling down or by using a keyword or keyphrase search. Words and phrases are highlighted in search results when that feature is used.

The application uses sqlite as its database which makes for quick operation and minimal use of memory.

We'll send out an announcement when the app become available on the iTunes store. Now, back to additional apps.

Jimmy Verner
jverner@vernerlegal.com