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Direct evidence
Definition:
Evidence in the form of testimony from a witness who actually saw, heard, or touched the subject of interrogation.
Recidivism
Definition:
Evidence given to explain, contradict, or disprove facts offered by the adverse party. In criminal cases, the state has the opportunity to rebut the defendant's case because it has the burden of proof.
Dissent
Definition:
A term commonly used to denote the disagreement of one or more judges of a court of appeals with the decision of the majorityA term commonly used to denote the disagreement of one or more judges of a court of appeals with the decision of the majority
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