The Burden of Proof for a Claim of Not Criminally

question 9

Multiple Choice

The burden of proof for a claim of not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder is on the ________.

• A) crown attorney
• B) judge
• C) defendant
• D) bailiff
• E) victim

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Definitions:

Arbitration

A method of dispute resolution where an impartial third party, called an arbitrator, makes a decision to resolve a dispute outside of court.

Private Civil Trial

Trials run according to the same rules of procedure and evidence as trials run under the official auspices of the court. In a private trial, the parties can hold the trial when and where they choose, and they can choose the judge. Lengthy civil cases are well-suited to this approach.

Retired Judge

A former judge who has ended their official career on the bench but may still perform certain judicial duties on a temporary or part-time basis.

Official Trial

A formal examination before a competent authority where evidence is presented to determine guilt or innocence in a legal case.