Prima Facie Evidence

What is Prima Facie Evidence?

A legal term referencing evidence that is true on the face of it and that is preliminarily sufficient proof to preclude the dismissal of a case. Proof of the bare elements needed to preclude the case from being dismissed preliminarily for lack of sufficient evidence.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Evidence terms:

• Insufficient Evidence
• Standard of Proof
• Substantive Evidence
• Statement Against Interest
• Declaration Against Interest