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In civil cases, how must the party having the burden of proof establish their case?
In civil cases, how must the party having the burden of proof establish their case?
- With absolute certainty
- By a reasonable doubt
- By a preponderance of evidence (correct)
- Beyond a reasonable doubt
What factor may the court consider in determining the preponderance or superior weight of evidence in a civil case?
What factor may the court consider in determining the preponderance or superior weight of evidence in a civil case?
- The prosecutor's interest
- The defense attorney's argument
- The accused's guilt
- The witnesses' manner of testifying and credibility (correct)
What standard must be met to secure an acquittal for the accused in criminal cases?
What standard must be met to secure an acquittal for the accused in criminal cases?
- Beyond a reasonable doubt (correct)
- Reasonable doubt
- Preponderance of evidence
- Absolute certainty
What type of certainty is required for proof beyond reasonable doubt in criminal cases?
What type of certainty is required for proof beyond reasonable doubt in criminal cases?
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Why is an extrajudicial confession made by an accused not sufficient grounds for conviction alone?
Why is an extrajudicial confession made by an accused not sufficient grounds for conviction alone?
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What does proof beyond reasonable doubt mean in criminal cases?
What does proof beyond reasonable doubt mean in criminal cases?
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