Insufficient evidence
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-002665
A legal determination that the evidence presented in a case is not adequate to support a particular claim, charge, or verdict. This can lead to a dismissal of charges, a directed verdict, or a reversal on appeal. The standard for sufficiency of evidence varies depending on the type of legal proceeding.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-002665 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A legal determination that the evidence presented in a case is not adequate to support a particular claim, charge, or verdict. This can lead to a dismissal of charges, a directed verdict, or a reversal on appeal. The standard for sufficiency of evidence varies depending on the type of legal proceeding.",
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