When the Prosecution Has Not Met the Burden of Proof,juries

question 32

Multiple Choice

When the prosecution has not met the burden of proof,juries must find the defendant:

• A)uncontested.
• B)guilty.
• C)punishable.
• D)not guilty.

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Definitions:

Reasonably Safe

A standard requiring that a product, environment, or practice should not pose significant harm to individuals when used or engaged in as intended, taking into account possible preventive measures.

Strictly Liable

Refers to the legal responsibility of a party for damages or loss, regardless of fault or negligence.

Reasonable Person

A reasonable person is a legal standard used to represent a hypothetical person who exercises average care, skill, and judgment in conduct, serving as a comparative standard in negligence cases.

Law of Torts

A component of civil law dealing with the compensation of victims for harm caused by someone’s negligence or intentional acts.