👉 Counterstatute is a legal concept in the United States. It refers to a statement or argument that can be used as evidence against someone else's claim of wrongdoing. The "counterstatute" is often used in criminal cases to establish a prima facie case, which means it must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt before the defendant can face prosecution. In other words, it serves as an alternative to proving guilt through direct testimony or physical evidence. Counterstatutes are typically used when there is insufficient
