Asked by oltr

Which of the following best describes the burden of proof that the government must present in a criminal case?(1 point)
Responses

probable cause
probable cause

preponderance of evidence
preponderance of evidence

clear and convincing evidence
clear and convincing evidence

beyond a reasonable doubt

All Answers 1

Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
beyond a reasonable doubt

This is the highest criminal-law standard: the prosecution must prove the defendant's guilt to the jury's moral certainty, leaving no reasonable doubt.