The legal system uses three standards of proof: beyond a reasonable doubt, clear and convincing evidence, and preponderance of evidence.For mental health purposes, the burden of proof standards is ____.

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For mental health purposes, the standard of proof often used is "clear and convincing evidence," which is a higher standard than "preponderance of evidence" but lower than "beyond a reasonable doubt."

The Legal System Uses Three Standards of Proof: Beyond a Reasonable