exculpatory evidence
- Evidence that supports a defendant's innocence, which must be given to the defense by prosecutors unasked; if this rule is broken, the verdict could be overturned
- The defense lawyer strongly believes that the withheld surveillance footage is critical exculpatory evidence.
- The judge ordered the prosecution to provide all exculpatory evidence to the defense prior to trial.
- Overlooked exculpatory evidence was found which led to the defendant's appeal for a new trial.
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