In a felony case, the government must prove its case by the "beyond a reasonable doubt" standard.Group of answer choicesTrueFalse

To obtain a conviction, the prosecution must prove every element of the offenseGroup of answer choicesbeyond a reasonable doubt.beyond a shadow of a doubtby an means necessary.substantive and adjective doubt.

The standard of proof required in a civil case is:Group of answer choicesproof beyond a reasonable doubt.more stringent than that required in a criminal case.a preponderance of the evidence.the same as that required in a criminal case.

The state must prove the defendant's guilt __________________________.Group of answer choicesby the perponderence of evidencebeyond a reasonable doubtbeyond a shadow of a doubtclear and convincing evidence

For felony cases, the defendant is permitted to make a plea at the initial appearance.Group of answer choicesTrueFalse

What is the burden of proof in a civil case and who/what has this burden?  What is the burden of proof in a criminal case and who/what has this burden?