Evidence Protocol
/ˈɛvɪdəns ˈproʊtəkɒl/
Definitions
- (n.) A formalized set of procedures and guidelines governing the collection, handling, preservation, and presentation of evidence in legal or investigative contexts.
The court admitted the evidence because it had been collected in strict accordance with the evidence protocol.
- (n.) A documented agreement or framework specifying how parties in a legal proceeding will exchange and manage evidentiary materials.
The parties agreed to the evidence protocol to streamline discovery and avoid disputes.
Forms
- evidence protocol
- evidence protocols
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Commentary
Drafting a clear evidence protocol helps ensure admissibility and integrity of evidence by minimizing procedural disputes.
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