Genetic Evidence
/ˈdʒɛnɪtɪk ˈɛvɪdəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Biological material used in legal contexts to establish identity or relationship, often critical in criminal, family, or inheritance cases.
The court admitted the genetic evidence to confirm the suspect's presence at the crime scene.
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- genetic evidence
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Commentary
Genetic evidence must be carefully analyzed and presented due to complexity and potential for misinterpretation; proper expert testimony and chain of custody are key drafting considerations.
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