In terms of the burden of proof, in criminal cases, the standard of proof for a person to be found guilty is _____, whereas in a civil trial, the standard of proof is usually _____.

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Beyond a reasonable doubt is the standard of proof required in criminal cases, meaning that the evidence presented must be so strong that there is no reasonable doubt that the accused committed the crime. In civil trials, the standard of proof is usually preponderance of the evidence, meaning that the evidence presented must show that it is more likely than not that the defendant is at fault.

In Terms of the Burden of Proof, in Criminal Cases