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insufficient evidence

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insufficient evidence n. a finding (decision) by a trial judge or an appeals court that the prosecution in a criminal case or a plaintiff in a lawsuit has not proved the case because the attorney did not present enough convincing evidence. Insufficient evidence usually results in dismissal of the case after the prosecution or the plaintiff has completed his/her introduction of evidence or, if on appeal, reversal of the judgment by the trial court. (See: finding)


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Lugo's attorney, county public defender Todd Montrose, argued in court that all counts against Lugo should be dismissed since their was insufficient evidence to prove intent.
The decision was based on Sheppard's summary judgment motions that said that the plaintiffs had insufficient evidence that the alleged chemicals caused, or could cause, their cancers.
insufficient evidence showing nolead materials are sustainable.
 
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