Innocent Until Proven Guilty: The Burden of Proof Quiz

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Question 1
What is the legal starting point for a person accused of a crime?
A Presumed innocent
B Presumed guilty
C Proven guilty
D Automatically liable
Question 2
Who has the burden of proof in a criminal trial?
A The jury
B The prosecution
C The witnesses
D The defendant
Question 3
What does 'burden of proof' mean?
A The cost of a lawyer
B The length of a trial
C The right to remain silent
D The duty to prove a claim
Question 4
What is the standard of proof in criminal cases?
A Beyond a reasonable doubt
B Clear and convincing
C Probable cause
D Preponderance of evidence
Question 5
If the prosecution fails to meet the burden of proof, what happens?
A The defendant is acquitted
B The jury chooses
C The trial restarts
D The judge decides

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