The Standard of Evidence in a Criminal Trial Is the Finding

question 69

Multiple Choice

The standard of evidence in a criminal trial is the finding of guilt "beyond a reasonable doubt." What is the standard in a civil case?

• A) The same, that is, "beyond a reasonable doubt"
• B) "Preponderance of the evidence"
• C) "Clear and convincing evidence"
• D) "Probable cause"
• E) "Reasonable suspicion"

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