What is ‘Physical Evidence’? Explain the types & importance of physical evidence.
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Evidence at a crime scene that is tangible is considered physical evidence. This lesson discusses physical evidence, the varieties of evidence, and how it pertains to the law.
Types of Evidence:-
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In a legal court case, there are several types of evidence:-
- Physical evidence, also called real evidence: Actual tangible evidence that can be touched and picked up that is relevant to the case.
- Demonstrative evidence: Evidence that requires a demonstration, such as a chart or a video.
- Testimonial evidence, also called personal evidence: Evidence brought forth by witnesses, such as testimony.
- Documentary evidence: This evidence is documents like wills, letters, and other documentation. Although also physical in type, it is sectioned in its own category.
What is the purpose of physical evidence?
- Physical evidence aids in the solution of a case, provides an element of the crime, such as fear or force, and proves a theory in the case. Physical evidence will either prove or disprove statements of what may or may not have happened.
- Physical evidence also places suspect in contact with a victim or victims, establish identification persons involved, can exonerate the innocent, corroborate testimony, and of course can help aid during interviews and interrogations.
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Physical evidence refers to any item that comes from a nonliving origin, while biological evidence always originates from a living being. The most important kinds of physical evidence are fingerprints, tire marks, footprints, fibers , paint, and building materials . Biological evidenceincludes bloodstains and DNA .
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