Rhode Island General Laws 11-33-5. Manner of proof
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In the trial of any complaint or indictment or information charging any offense under this chapter, the guilt of the accused may be established by circumstantial evidence without regard to the number of witnesses who may testify against the defendant.
History of Section.
P.L. 1969, ch. 56, § 1; P.L. 1974, ch. 118, § 6.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 11-33-5
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- 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.
- Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.
- Testify: Answer questions in court.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.