Commonwealth v. A.R.

I join the majority opinion, except for footnote 6.

As recognized by the majority, polygraph results are generally inadmissible in Pennsylvania courts. See Majority Opinion at 1183. The reason is straightforward: such “evidence” is considered unreliable.1 Nevertheless, I agree that this type of information may be admissible at a violation-of-probation hearing for a relevant, ancillary objective, provided that, in context, it is clear that it is not being offered for its truth. In this regard, I would take *1185the opportunity to comment on the rule as developed by the Superior Court, which is a…