Flashcards in Evidence Deck (5)
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Evidence
Includes all legal means ( exclusive of mere argument ) which tends to prove or disprove the truth of the subject before the court.
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Hearsay evidence
Is evidence at second hand given by a person who is merely repeating something said by another person.
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Production
Includes any liquid, animal, document, article or other thing which is alleged to have some connection with a crime, offence or incident under review.
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Warrant
An authority in writing issued by magistrate ( justice of the peace or sheriff) or other competent person, directing police officers to take a course of action which might not otherwise be lawful.
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