In legal proceedings, a necessary inference refers to a logical deduction or conclusion drawn from the evidence presented, which is essential for establishing a fact or proving a point. Unlike a mere possibility or speculation, a necessary inference is based on solid evidence and reasonable inferences drawn from that evidence. Courts may rely on necessary inferences to establish facts when direct evidence is lacking or unavailable. However, for an inference to be considered necessary, it must be the most logical and reasonable explanation based on the evidence presented. Necessary inferences play a crucial role in determining the outcome of legal cases by filling gaps in evidence and providing a basis for decision-making.
- a conclusion militated by reason and logic applied to known facts.
- unavoidable meaning.
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