conclusive presumption

A presumption that cannot be overcome by any additional evidence or argument [it is a conclusive presumption that a child under the age of seven is incapable of committing a felony].

— Also termed absolute presumption; irrebuttable presumption; mandatory presumption; presumption juris et de jure. Cf. rebuttable presumption. [Cases: Constitutional Law 253(5); Evidence 53–89. C.J.S. Constitutional Law § 972; Evidence§§ 2, 130–196, 1341.]

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