Linguistic Evidence
/ˈlɪŋɡwɪstɪk ˈɛvɪdəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Evidence derived from language analysis used to establish facts or corroborate testimony in legal contexts.
The expert presented linguistic evidence linking the defendant to the threatening letters.
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Commentary
Linguistic evidence often requires specialist expertise and careful interpretation to establish relevance and reliability in legal proceedings.
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