Forensic evidence refers to any material or information that is used to solve criminal cases or disputes. There are several synonyms for forensic evidence, including physical evidence, trace evidence, scientific evidence, criminal evidence, and legal evidence. Physical evidence refers to any tangible object that can be used in a criminal investigation, such as a fingerprint or DNA sample. Trace evidence refers to any small traces of material that can be used to link a suspect to a crime scene, such as hair or fiber. Scientific and legal evidence refer to the use of forensic analysis and expert testimony in court proceedings to establish guilt or innocence.