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In civil cases, what is the standard of proof required?
In civil cases, what is the standard of proof required?
- Probable cause
- Beyond a reasonable doubt
- Preponderance of the evidence (correct)
- Clear and convincing evidence
Can a person be tried in a civil court after being tried in a criminal court without violating the double jeopardy clause?
Can a person be tried in a civil court after being tried in a criminal court without violating the double jeopardy clause?
- No, it always violates the double jeopardy clause
- Yes, if the civil case is initiated by a private individual (correct)
- No, unless the criminal conviction was overturned
- Yes, as long as different evidence is presented
What is the purpose of pleading nolo contendere in criminal arraignment?
What is the purpose of pleading nolo contendere in criminal arraignment?
- To initiate sentencing proceedings
- To avoid double jeopardy
- To stop the criminal proceedings
- To protect against civil litigation (correct)
How are damages received in a civil proceeding viewed?
How are damages received in a civil proceeding viewed?
What type of cases often involve situations where both civil and criminal proceedings can arise from the same set of facts?
What type of cases often involve situations where both civil and criminal proceedings can arise from the same set of facts?
Which constitutional amendment outlines the double jeopardy clause?
Which constitutional amendment outlines the double jeopardy clause?
What is the main difference between the initiation of civil and criminal proceedings?
What is the main difference between the initiation of civil and criminal proceedings?
'Nolo contendere' plea cannot be used against an individual in which type of proceedings?
'Nolo contendere' plea cannot be used against an individual in which type of proceedings?
What does 'preponderance of the evidence' standard mean in civil cases?
What does 'preponderance of the evidence' standard mean in civil cases?
What does 'nolo contendere' translate to in English?
What does 'nolo contendere' translate to in English?
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