As used in this Code:

1. 1. A "presumption" means a rule of procedure that when a basic fact exists the existence of another fact must be assumed, whether or not the basic fact has any probative value of the existence of the assumed fact;
2. 2. "Basic fact" means the fact or group of facts giving rise to a presumption;
3. 3. "Presumed fact" means the fact which must be assumed; and
4. 4. "Inconsistent presumptions" means the presumed fact of one presumption is inconsistent with the presumed fact of another presumption.

Laws 1978, SB 276, c. 285, § 301, eff. October 1, 1978; Amended by Laws 2002, HB 1939, c. 468, § 28, eff. November 1, 2002 (superseded document available).