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Definition Beyond a Reasonable Doubt - the highest and most demanding standard for burden on proof, required in criminal cases, not the burden of proof in civil actions.

Application in Divorce This standard is sometimes described as "entirely convinced" or "satisfied to a moral certainty."

This is the standard used to deprive a person of life or liberty.

Compare Clear and Convincing and Preponderance of the Evidence.

See also Burden of Proof.

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Providing Proof in a Divorce Case
The standard for burden of proof in a divorce case is not as high as "beyond a reasonable doubt" (which is used in criminal cases - jury trials for example). A family court judge will base all decisions on more of a reasonable belief that an action or event has occurred. Do not be mislead by this in believing that "he said...she said..." will have weight in the family court system, because judges have heard it all. Rather, present your allegations and support them with as much evidence as possible to make your case.

Contributed on 5/16/2007 by: DivorceDex.com Staff
Category: Divorce Procedure (Applicable in All States)

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