Which of the following is correct with respect to the function of our court system?
A) The court must be satisfied that it was more probable that the accused committed the crime than not.
B) The victim of the crime is the one who prosecutes the action in the court.
C) A jury can only be used in a criminal matter.
D) A victim is the plaintiff in a criminal matter.
E) The court must be satisfied that the plaintiff's position is correct on the balance of probabilities.

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The court system is designed to ensure that the plaintiff's position is proven on the balance of probabilities in a civil matter, meaning that it is more likely than not that their version of events is correct. In a criminal matter, the burden of proof lies with the prosecution to establish that the accused committed the crime beyond a reasonable doubt. Therefore, option E is the correct choice. Choices A, B, C, and D are incorrect.

Which of the Following Is Correct with Respect to the Function