What is evidence that suggests the defendant's guilt called?

• A. Exculpatory evidence
• B. Inculpatory evidence
• C. Hearsay evidence
• D. Circumstantial evidence

Answer: (B)

Inculpatory evidence is the term used for evidence that tends to show the defendant’s guilt. It can be direct, like a confession or video of the act, or circumstantial, like fingerprints at the scene, which require an inference that the defendant was involved. The essential idea is that this type of evidence points toward guilt rather than innocence. Exculpatory evidence does the opposite, supporting the defendant’s innocence. Hearsay relates to the admissibility of terms spoken outside the court, not specifically to guilt, and while circumstantial evidence can be inculpatory, the label that directly describes evidence suggesting guilt is inculpatory evidence.