Phrases with «reasonable doubt»

"Reasonable doubt" is a legal term that means there is not enough evidence to be very sure about whether someone is guilty or not guilty of a crime. It requires the jury or judge to have a solid or reasonable uncertainty about the person's guilt based on the evidence. Full definition

Sentences with «reasonable doubt»

  • There needs to be evidence at least on the balance of probability, with it being beyond reasonable doubt as an even better standard of proof. (slaw.ca)
  • That is not the way the burden of proof and the standard of reasonable doubt work in a criminal trial. (slaw.ca)
  • To prove that the other party was negligent, you have to prove this beyond reasonable doubt in front of the court and the jury. (fararlawgroup.com)
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