Criminal Evidence Part 1: Means of Ascertainment and Rules of Court
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In civil cases, what standard of proof is required to prove a claim by the party having the burden of proof?

  • Clear and convincing evidence
  • Proof by a preponderance of evidence (correct)
  • Proof beyond reasonable doubt
  • Proof by clear and convincing evidence
  • In criminal cases, what standard of proof is required to prove the guilt of the accused?

  • Clear and convincing evidence
  • Proof by clear and convincing evidence
  • Proof beyond a reasonable doubt (correct)
  • Proof by a preponderance of evidence
  • In which type of case can an offer of compromise be received as an implied admission of guilt?

  • Criminal cases (correct)
  • Civil cases
  • Election cases
  • Labor cases
  • Which type of case enjoys the constitutional presumption of innocence for the accused?

    <p>Criminal cases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the component elements of Evidence according to the Rules of Court?

    <p>Means of ascertainment, Sanctioned by the rules, In a judicial proceeding, The truth respecting a matter of fact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Evidence required in a legal case according to the text?

    <p>To help support the court's presumption of facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of case does not apply to the rules mentioned except by analogy or in suppletory character?

    <p>Administrative cases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Scope of the Rules of Evidence' mean based on the text?

    <p>Uniform rules in all courts except as provided by law or rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose behind requiring parties to present admissible evidence?

    <p>To prove facts in issue as per evidentiary requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes the principle that guides the rules of evidence mentioned in the text?

    <p>Uniformity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of evidence being both substantive and procedural as per the text?

    <p>It helps streamline the judicial process</p> Signup and view all the answers

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