Locus Delicti
/ˈloʊkəs dɪˈlɪkti/
Definitions
- (n.) The place where a crime was committed or where the essential facts constituting a crime occurred.
The police secured the locus delicti to preserve evidence for the investigation.
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Commentary
Locus delicti is crucial in establishing jurisdiction and preserving crime scene evidence; precise identification supports legal clarity and evidentiary integrity.
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