The "Burden of Proof" Required for a Conviction in a Criminal

question 33

Multiple Choice

The "burden of proof" required for a conviction in a criminal case in the United States is:

• A)probable cause.
• B)preponderance of the evidence.
• C)clear and convincing.
• D)beyond a reasonable doubt.

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