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Extrajudicial statement: A statement made outside of court. This means that someone said something outside of the courtroom. It is usually not allowed as evidence in court because it is considered hearsay.
Definition: An extrajudicial statement is any statement made outside of court. It is usually considered hearsay under the rules of evidence.
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These examples illustrate how extrajudicial statements are made outside of court and are not subject to cross-examination or other legal procedures that ensure their accuracy. As a result, they are often considered less reliable than statements made in court.