Circumstantial Evidence and Expert Witness Opinions Quiz
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How does the court determine the preponderance of evidence in civil cases?

  • By considering all facts and circumstances of the case, witnesses' manner of testifying, and their means and opportunity of knowing the facts. (correct)
  • By evaluating the accused's plea of not guilty and the presence of circumstantial evidence.
  • By considering the accused's extrajudicial confession and the testimony of character witnesses.
  • By examining the accused's personal credibility and interest in the case.

    • What does 'proof beyond reasonable doubt' mean in criminal cases?

  • The accused must provide an extrajudicial confession that is corroborated by other evidence.
  • The accused is entitled to an acquittal even if there is strong circumstantial evidence against them.
  • The guilt of the accused must be shown to an absolute certainty, excluding any possibility of error. (correct)
  • Moral certainty is required to prove the guilt of the accused beyond reasonable doubt.

    • In a criminal case, what is required to convict an accused based on an extrajudicial confession?

  • A strong alibi presented by the accused to support the confession.
  • Sole reliance on the accused's confession without any additional evidence.
  • Corroboration by evidence of corpus delicti. (correct)
  • Presentation of character witnesses who vouch for the accused's honesty.

    • What role does the court play in determining the weight of evidence in civil cases?

    <p>Considering all facts and circumstances, witness testimony, and means of knowing facts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of proof is required for conviction in a criminal case?

    <p>Proof that excludes any possibility of error.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if an extrajudicial confession is not corroborated by evidence of corpus delicti in a criminal case?

    <p>The accused is automatically acquitted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In determining where the preponderance or superior weight of evidence on the issues involved lies, what does the court consider?

    <p>All facts and circumstances of the case</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Extrajudicial confession, not sufficient ground for conviction', what is required to make it a sufficient ground for conviction?

    <p>Corroboration by evidence of corpus delicti</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In civil cases, a party having the burden of proof must establish his or her case by _____________.

    <p>A preponderance of evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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