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withholding of evidence

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A quick definition of withholding of evidence:

Withholding of Evidence: When someone intentionally keeps important information or proof from being presented in a legal case, it is called withholding of evidence. This is a serious offense because it can prevent justice from being served and can lead to innocent people being punished. It is important to always tell the truth and provide all relevant information when involved in a legal matter.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Withholding of evidence refers to the act of intentionally hiding or suppressing evidence that could be used in a legal case. This is considered a serious offense as it obstructs justice and can lead to wrongful convictions or acquittals.

Example: A police officer who fails to disclose important information or evidence that could exonerate a suspect is guilty of withholding evidence. For instance, if a witness comes forward with information that contradicts the prosecution's case, but the police officer chooses not to include it in the investigation report, this would be considered withholding of evidence.

Another example: A prosecutor who intentionally withholds evidence that could help the defense is also guilty of this offense. For example, if a prosecutor fails to disclose a witness statement that could exonerate the defendant, this would be considered withholding of evidence.

These examples illustrate how withholding of evidence can lead to an unfair trial and a miscarriage of justice. It is important for all parties involved in a legal case to disclose all relevant evidence to ensure a fair and just outcome.

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[] AromaticTroubledDormouse
20:55
How does one know if they are UR1 or UR2?
[] AromaticTroubledDormouse
20:56
CONGRATS MACAQUE!
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got a random stanford email and almost had a heart attack
ALSO CONGRATS!
Congrats1!
21:15
Miami A, yall I'm so excited I could cry.
21:15
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
Dkk
22:32
Nice! @Macaque
Dkk
22:32
@Aromatic, Have to guess.
Dkk
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
Dkk
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
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