| − | Standard of proof indicates the degree to which the point must be proven. In civil cases in the [[United States]], the [[burden of proof]] rests with the plaintiff, who must establish his or her case by such standards of proof as a "preponderance of evidence" or "clear and convincing evidence". A criminal defendant must be proved guilty "[[beyond reasonable doubt]]". | + | '''Standard of proof''' indicates the degree to which the point must be proven. In civil cases in the [[United States]], the [[burden of proof]] rests with the plaintiff, who must establish his or her case by such standards of proof as a "preponderance of evidence" or "clear and convincing evidence". A criminal defendant must be proven guilty "[[beyond reasonable doubt]]". |