Should Judge John Give a Jury Instruction About the Presumption

question 36

Multiple Choice

Should Judge John give a jury instruction about the presumption as requested by Paul

• A)Yes, the prosecution is allowed to introduce presumptions in criminal cases as long as there is some basis in fact for them.
• B)Yes, as long as Dick has an opportunity to introduce evidence to disprove the presumed fact.
• C)No, Dick is correct.The prosecution must establish the basic fact beyond a reasonable doubt in criminal cases.
• D)No, presumptions are unconstitutional in criminal cases.

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