"Prior inconsistent statement" is a general exception to the hearsay rule. It allows entry into evidence of sworn testimony taken outside of court that would otherwise be excluded under the hearsay rule where a witness gives sworn testimony in court that is at odds with previous testimony. As a rule, it will only be admitted under cross-examination or with a hostile witness. It would include such pre-trial testimony such as: * Testimony given in another proceeding * Depositions * Oral discovery or written discovery * Affidavits