Which Element of a White-Collar Case Is Most Difficult to Establish

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which element of a white-collar case is most difficult to establish for a prosecutor?

• A) burden of proof
• B) Intent of the offender
• C) the smoking gun that convinces juries
• D) severity of the crime

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