As used in this Article the following definitions apply unless the context clearly requires otherwise:

(1)        Evidence. – When referring to matter in the possession of or available to a prosecutor, any tangible property or potential testimony which may be offered in evidence in a criminal action.

(2)        Potential Testimony. – Information or factual knowledge of a person who is or may be available as a witness. (1973, c. 1286, s. 1; 1975, c. 166, s. 27.)

Terms Used In North Carolina General Statutes 15A-971

  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Evidence: When referring to matter in the possession of or available to a prosecutor, any tangible property or potential testimony which may be offered in evidence in a criminal action. See North Carolina General Statutes 15A-971
  • following: when used by way of reference to any section of a statute, shall be construed to mean the section next preceding or next following that in which such reference is made; unless when some other section is expressly designated in such reference. See North Carolina General Statutes 12-3
  • Potential Testimony: Information or factual knowledge of a person who is or may be available as a witness. See North Carolina General Statutes 15A-971
  • property: shall include all property, both real and personal. See North Carolina General Statutes 12-3
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
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