Exculpatory

/ɪkˈskʌlpətɔːri/ adjective

Definition

Serving to clear someone from guilt or blame, especially in legal contexts.

Etymology

From Latin 'exculpatorius,' this adjective describes anything that functions to prove innocence or remove blame from a person.

Kelly Says

Exculpatory evidence is so powerful in courts that prosecutors are legally required to share it with defense teams—it's that important to justice.

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