Degree of Proof
/ˈdiːɡri əv pruːf/
Definitions
- (n.) The level or standard of evidence necessary to establish a fact in a legal proceeding.
The plaintiff must meet the degree of proof required to prevail in the lawsuit.
- (n.) A quantifiable threshold of certainty courts apply when assessing evidence, such as 'preponderance of the evidence' or 'beyond a reasonable doubt.'
Criminal cases demand a higher degree of proof than civil cases.
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Commentary
The term indicates the intensity of proof required legally; drafters should specify the exact standard applicable to avoid ambiguity.
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