Unit 3 - Scots Criminal Law: Police Powers and Principles of Evidence Flashcards
1
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Production
A
Productions are defined as an article, document, or anything (including animal) which is connected to a crime or offence or other matter under review.
2
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Warrant
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An authority in writing which is issued by:
- A Magistrate, i.e. a Justice of the Peace or Sheriff;
or
- Other Competent Person;
Directing police officers to take a course of action which might not otherwise be lawful.
3
Q
Evidence
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Evidence includes all legal means (exclusive of mere argument) which tends to prove or disprove the truth of the subject before the court.
4
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Hearsay Evidence
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Evidence at second hand given by a person who is merely repeating something said by another person.
