Which One of the Following Is NOT True of a Criminal

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is NOT true of a criminal suit?

• A) A criminal suit is brought by the government, not by an individual.
• B) In a criminal suit, guilt is never presumed.
• C) A purpose of a criminal suit is repayment to the victim.
• D) A criminal suit requires a higher burden of proof than a civil suit.

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