Slate recently received evidence, from discovery, regarding his client who is awaiting trial for armed robbery and attempted murder. There are two eye witness accounts, both of which identify Slate's client. There is also the weapon used in the crime and gunshot shells. Slates is convinced his client is going to have a long trial ahead of him.
Slate states that eyewitness testimony exists stating that his client committed the crime. What type of evidence would this be considered?

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Slate recently received evidence, from discovery, regarding his client who is awaiting trial for armed robbery and attempted murder.  There are two eye witness accounts, both of which identify Slate's client.  There is also the weapon used in the crime and gunshot shells.  Slates is convinced his client is going to have a long trial ahead of him.
Slate states that eyewitness testimony exists stating that his client committed the crime.  What type of evidence would this be considered?

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Eyewitness testimony is considered direct evidence because it directly links the defendant to the crime without needing inference.

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