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v. t.) To disclose or reveal, as an effect discloses its cause; to prove; to attest.

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	v. ~~in criminal law~~, to ~~voluntarily state that one is guilty of a criminal offense. This admission may be made~~ to a law enforcement officer or in court either prior to or upon arrest, or after the person is charged with a specific crime. A confession must be truly voluntary (not forced by threat, torture, or trickery).		v. t.) To disclose or reveal, as an effect discloses its cause; to prove; to attest.