Direct Evidence
/ˈdaɪrɛkt ˈɛvɪdəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Evidence that directly proves a fact without inference or presumption.
The eyewitness testimony was considered direct evidence of the defendant's presence at the scene.
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Commentary
Direct evidence is often contrasted with circumstantial evidence; direct evidence conclusively establishes a fact, making it especially valuable in litigation.
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