Evidence That Might Exculpate a Defendant Is Evidence That Could

question 2

Multiple Choice

Evidence that might exculpate a defendant is evidence that could:

• A)invalidate the trial.
• B)aid the prosecution.
• C)prove the defendant's guilt.
• D)clear the defendant of blame.

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