The Standard of Proof in a Criminal Case at Any

question 38

Multiple Choice

The standard of proof in a criminal case at any level, except for military tribunals, is that ________.

• A) judges or juries decide which side is better supported by the evidence
• B) judges or juries must find a defendant innocent unless there is some incriminating evidence
• C) judges or juries must find a defendant guilty unless the evidence shows that he or she is clearly innocent of the crime
• D) a judge or jury merely decides whether the defendant seems to be guilty of the crime
• E) a judge or jury must find a defendant innocent unless the evidence shows that he or she is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt

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Definitions:

Apoptosis

A programmed cell death process that occurs in multicellular organisms, helping to remove cells that are no longer needed or are a threat to the organism.

DNA Damage

Physical alterations to the DNA structure of an organism, which can lead to mutations and various diseases if not repaired.

Replicating

The process of copying or reproducing something. In the context of biology, it often refers to the duplication of DNA molecules.

Apoptosis

Programmed cell death, a normal part of growth and development, removing damaged or unnecessary cells without causing harm to the organism.