explain the concept 'Onus of proof' 'standard of proof' and 'beyond reasonable doubt' in the content of a criminal trial Flashcards
Legal concepts in a criminal trial Onus of proof-the responsibility of proving a case (prosecution in criminal trial) Standard of proof-the level of certainty required (beyond a reasonable doubt in criminal cases) Beyond reasonable doubt- a high standard ensuring only strong cases result in conviction
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explain the concept ‘Onus of proof”, “Standard of proof’ and “Beyond reasonable doubt’ in the concept of a criminal trial
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Legal concepts in a criminal trial
Onus of proof-The responsibility of proving a case (prosecution in criminal trial)
Standard of proof-The level of certainty required (beyond a reasonable doubt in criminal cases)
Beyond reasonable doubt- a high standard ensuring only strong cases result in conviction
