Criminal charges have been brought against a nurse who made a medication error that resulted in a child's death. Which level of evidence is expected in this case?

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Rationale 1: Preponderance of evidence is based on the probable truth or accuracy of the evidence presented, the evidence remains subjective, and the judge or jury must be persuaded that the facts are more probable one way than another way.
Rationale 2: For most courts, clear and convincing evidence is the highest level of proof that can be applied in a civil case.
Rationale 3: Discovery is not a level of evidence.
Rationale 4: Evidence beyond a reasonable doubt is the highest level of evidence and is generally the standard required in criminal cases.

Criminal Charges Have Been Brought Against a Nurse Who Made