Direct Evidence in United States
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Sworn testimony by a person that he or she saw the acts done, or heard the words spoken, that are in question and have to be proven.
On the other hand, circumstantial evidence consists of facts introduced the: tend to prove indirectly a point in dispute. For example, a person’s reputation for honesty or dishonesty may be shown when he or she is on trial for larceny (in U.S. law).
What is Direct Evidence?
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Direct Evidence in the context of Juvenile and Family Law
Definition ofDirect Evidence, published by the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges: First-hand evidence, usually of a witness who saw an act committed. For example, testimony of a witness that she observed a minor working at a door-knob with what appeared to be a pair of pliers would be direct evidence.
Meaning of Direct Evidence
In plain or simple terms, Direct Evidence means: Evidence that tends directly to prove or disprove a disputed fact, as distinguished from circumstantial evidence from which an inference can be drawn.