The following excerpt is from United States v. Alvirez, 831 F.3d 1115 (9th Cir. 2013):
Generally, we review the ruling on a motion in limine for abuse of discretion. See United States v. Ross , 206 F.3d 896, 898 (9th Cir. 2000). However, we review de novo whether the ruling precludes the presentation of a defense. See id. at 89899.
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