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Burden of Proof
The standard that must be met to prove legal allegations. In criminal trials, where a person's liberty is at stake, the burden of proof is “beyond a reasonable doubt.” In civil cases, where money is at stake, the burden of proof is “preponderance of the evidence” or clear and convincing evidence, which requires a lower standard of certainty.
10.4135/9781412972024.n272
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