South Dakota Codified Laws 22-29-18. Sufficiency of evidence for conviction
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It is sufficient for a conviction of any offense under this chapter that a finding of guilt is based upon admissible evidence. No minimum number of witnesses is required. In reviewing the sufficiency of the evidence of a conviction under this chapter, the court shall only consider whether there is evidence in the record which, if believed by the trier of fact, is sufficient to sustain a finding of guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 22-29-18
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
- 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.
Source: SL 1984, ch 169; SL 2005, ch 120, § 48.