Physical Evidence is defined as

• A. Eyewitness accounts
• B. Only tangible objects
• C. Only digital data
• D. Any type of evidence having an objective existence

Answer: (D)

Physical evidence means evidence that exists in a material form and can be perceived, measured, or demonstrated by others, providing a tangible link to the fact in question. This includes real objects like weapons or fibers as well as digital data stored on devices when that data can be retrieved and presented as evidence. Because it has objective existence, it’s not dependent on a person’s memory or testimony. Eyewitness accounts are not physical evidence; they are testimonial and rely on perception, not a material item. Saying it’s limited to tangible objects would be too narrow and excluding digital data would miss a common form of physical evidence. Therefore, any type of evidence having an objective existence best captures the concept.