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Definition standard of proof in American English

standard of proof noun

[countable] noun
/ˌstændərd əv ˈpruf/
Example

In civil cases the standard of proof is "on the balance of probabilities." In criminal cases it is "beyond all reasonable doubt."

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Definition standard of proof in American English