The Secretary may purchase transcripts of the record, including all evidence, of trial of litigated cases.

Terms Used In 38 USC 5704

  • 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.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.