Conclusive Evidence
/kəˈnkluːsɪv ˈɛvɪdəns/
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- (n.) Evidence that is so strong it fully establishes a fact or conclusively resolves an issue without room for contradiction.
The DNA test provided conclusive evidence of the defendant's presence at the crime scene.
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Conclusive evidence is often distinguished from weaker forms by its capacity to leave no reasonable dispute; drafters should clearly specify when evidence must be conclusive to satisfy a legal requirement.
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