Evidence Tampering
/ˈɛvɪdəns ˈtæmpərɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The criminal act of altering, destroying, or concealing physical or digital evidence to interfere with an investigation or legal proceeding.
The defendant was charged with evidence tampering after attempting to delete crucial files from the computer.
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Commentary
Evidence tampering often overlaps with obstruction of justice; clear statutory definitions help distinguish these offenses.
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