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exculpatory evidence

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A quick definition of exculpatory evidence:

Exculpatory evidence is evidence that helps prove someone is innocent of a crime. This evidence can be a statement or other information that shows the person did not do what they are accused of. It is the opposite of inculpatory evidence, which makes someone look guilty. Exculpatory evidence is important in criminal cases because it can help prevent innocent people from being punished for something they did not do.

A more thorough explanation:

In criminal law, exculpatory evidence is evidence that helps to prove a defendant's innocence or reduce their level of guilt. This type of evidence is favorable to the defendant and tends to excuse or justify their actions.

For example, if a defendant is accused of stealing a car, exculpatory evidence might include a witness who saw them in a different location at the time of the theft, or video footage that shows someone else stealing the car. This evidence would help to prove that the defendant did not commit the crime.

Exculpatory evidence is important because it can have a significant impact on the outcome of a criminal case. If the prosecution fails to disclose exculpatory evidence to the defense, it can be a violation of the defendant's rights and lead to a mistrial or overturned conviction.

Overall, exculpatory evidence is evidence that helps to prove a defendant's innocence or reduce their level of guilt. It is an important part of the criminal justice system and helps to ensure that defendants receive a fair trial.

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Miami A, yall I'm so excited I could cry.
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Feel like I can finally stop holding my breath!! Whew!!!
[] baddestbunny
22:16
every time I get accosted by a strange man who follows me around because my male coworkers were too busy talking to walk me back to my car I get closer to saying we need to bring back traditional gender roles
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Nice! @Macaque
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22:32
@Aromatic, Have to guess.
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22:33
That sucks @Bunny do you have to go to the hospital?
[] baddestbunny
22:40
I said accosted not assaulted
23:35
guys. my notre dame address just went long is this good or bad
1a2b3c4d26z
23:37
Oooooo me too
23:37
omg is this good or bad
Dkk
23:47
Idk if gender roles are gunna fix that then.
23:49
it looks like most people who applied in october last cycle didn't get a decision until january... does it even mean anything that our addresses went long??
hows ED 2 compared to ED 1?
Dkk
0:10
No idea
windyMagician
0:34
reporting live to say my ndls address also went long
does it mean anything ^
Dkk
2:21
NDLS and Fordham took a very long time last year. It's good info for people to know.
[] baddestbunny
4:29
let’s get after it boys and girls
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5:21
I gtg to bed soon.
Dkk
5:22
Big day today. Gunna be a crazy one. I will sleep through the first half.
good morning lsd it is 5 am EST
also jazzy my ndls address went long ages ago i sadly do not think it means anything
my stanford address also went long LOL i think at most it's an indicator it's under review
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
7:44
My berkeley paragraph finally disappeared. I definitely think it is just an indicator that they are actively reviewing files, and does not mean anything about A, WL, or Rs
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
7:46
Also has anyone's date disappeared for W&L? Mine did last night
7:55
@WorthlessAttractiveZombie: mine did yesterday morning
7:56
Oops sorry I meant Vilanova. Mine disappeared last week
soapy
8:48
UMN under review! As predicted, decisions are gonna come out early December
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