§ 12-2301. Definitions.

As used in this Code:

1.  A "presumption" means a rule of procedure that when a basic fact exists the existence of another fact must be assumed, whether or not the basic fact has any probative value of the existence of the assumed fact;

2.  "Basic fact" means the fact or group of facts giving rise to a presumption;

3.  "Presumed fact" means the fact which must be assumed; and

4.  "Inconsistent presumptions" means the presumed fact of one presumption is inconsistent with the presumed fact of another presumption.

Added by Laws 1978, c. 285, § 301, eff. Oct. 1, 1978.  Amended by Laws 2002, c. 468, § 28, eff. Nov. 1, 2002.