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**Hugh** · 16-03-2019, 17:03

There is a difference between a criminal and a civil case.

The criminal courts generally place the burden of proof on the prosecution, and the standard of proof is beyond reasonable doubt - the prosecution must prove the case they allege beyond reasonable doubt in order to obtain a conviction.

The civil courts generally place the burden of proof on the claimant so the standard of proof is the balance of probabilities - the claimant must prove the case they allege
is more likely than not in order to obtain judgment in their favour.

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Hugh laeva recumbens anguis Cable Forum Team Join Date: Jun 2006 Age: 67 Services: Premiere Collection Posts: 42,099	Re: Football sex abuse There is a difference between a criminal and a civil case. The criminal courts generally place the burden of proof on the prosecution, and the standard of proof is beyond reasonable doubt - the prosecution must prove the case they allege beyond reasonable doubt in order to obtain a conviction. The civil courts generally place the burden of proof on the claimant so the standard of proof is the balance of probabilities - the claimant must prove the case they allege is more likely than not in order to obtain judgment in their favour. __________________ There is always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it. If my post is in bold and this colour, it's a Moderator Request.