permissive presumption
- It refers to a legal concept allowing a jury to infer a particular conclusion from certain facts presented, but not mandating the jury to do so
- The defense argued that the prosecution's reliance on permissive presumption was faulty and could not be used to prove guilt.
- Permissive presumption was used in the case to suggest the suspect's intent, based on the evidence found at the crime scene.
- The attorney explained that permissive presumption is merely a suggestion and does not constitute conclusive proof.
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