WorldAugust 17, 2026

inadmissible

in-ad-MISS-uh-bul

Definition

Not allowed to be introduced as evidence in a court of law.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'in-' (not) and 'admissibilis' (that may be admitted), tracing back to the verb 'admittere' meaning to send to or let in.

In the news

The article explains that evidence provided in a civil penalty proceeding cannot be used in a later criminal trial for the same conduct, meaning such evidence is considered inadmissible.

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