prima facie

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Under Batson, the first step asks whether the defendant has made a prima facie showing of discrimination.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

European football's governing body said this is because there was enough evidence to support a "prima facie violation" based on the evidence available.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

“Every person born in the country,” wrote Bates in late November 1862, “is, at the moment of birth, prima facie a citizen…without any reference to race or color, or any other accidental circumstance.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 4, 2025

“Secrecy and exclusivity are prima facie evidence of gang activity in the tattooed groups,” said Inspector General Max Huntsman.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 18, 2025

He had a very strong case prima facie.

From The Life of Lyman Trumbull by White, Horace