main evidence
[meɪn ˈɛvɪdəns]
noun phrasepl: main evidence (uncountable) / main evidences (countable, rare)
prova principal
1. The most important or primary proof that supports a claim, argument, or conclusion in legal, scientific, or general contexts
The fingerprints found at the crime scene were the main evidence in the trial.
As impressões digitais encontradas no local do crime foram a prova principal no julgamento.
2. The strongest or most decisive proof that supports a particular theory or position
The archaeological findings served as the main evidence for the existence of the ancient civilization.
Os achados arqueológicos serviram como a prova principal para a existência da civilização antiga.
In Brazilian legal system, 'prova principal' is a formal legal term used extensively in court proceedings and criminal investigations. In the United States, the concept is fundamental to the judicial system and is frequently referenced in both criminal and civil cases. The phrase emphasizes the hierarchical importance of evidence in supporting legal arguments.
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