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Understanding Direct and Circumstantial Evidence
1:27:15 - 1:38:55 (11:40)
This podcast explains the difference between direct evidence, which is the testimony of a witness with actual knowledge of a fact, and circumstantial evidence, which draws reasonable inferences from facts and circumstances. The importance of considering both types of evidence in reaching a verdict in a case is emphasized.
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Multiple witnesses have come forward and provided affidavits stating that suspect one confessed to them about killing Courtney and stuffing her body in the trunk of her vehicle.
1:27:15 - 1:32:08 (04:53)
Summary
Multiple witnesses have come forward and provided affidavits stating that suspect one confessed to them about killing Courtney and stuffing her body in the trunk of her vehicle.
ChapterUnderstanding Direct and Circumstantial Evidence
Episode3: "Where Ya At Lifers?"
PodcastReal Life Real Crime
Direct evidence is eyewitness testimony while circumstantial evidence involves drawing inferences from facts and circumstances.
1:32:08 - 1:35:58 (03:50)
Summary
Direct evidence is eyewitness testimony while circumstantial evidence involves drawing inferences from facts and circumstances. Both types of evidence are equally important in reaching a verdict in a case.
ChapterUnderstanding Direct and Circumstantial Evidence
Episode3: "Where Ya At Lifers?"
PodcastReal Life Real Crime
The CODIS database and DNA evidence found on Courtney Coco's blanket led to the conviction of her killer.
1:35:58 - 1:38:55 (02:57)
Summary
The CODIS database and DNA evidence found on Courtney Coco's blanket led to the conviction of her killer. Additionally, inconsistencies in the suspect's alibi and changing stories helped the prosecution secure a guilty verdict.