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Term: State's evidence

Definition:

State's evidence refers to evidence provided by someone who is involved in a criminal case and testifies against their co-conspirators in exchange for leniency or immunity from prosecution.

Sample sentences:

• The key witness turned state's evidence and provided crucial testimony that helped convict the gang members.
• In order to secure a plea deal, the defendant agreed to cooperate with the prosecution as state's evidence.
• The state's evidence uncovered during the trial exposed the extensive network of corruption within the political system.

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