Burden Of Proof In Civil And Criminal Cases
Which of the following best explains why O.J. Simpson was acquitted in his criminal trial but held liable in the subsequent civil case?
AThe burden of proof is lower in a civil case than in a criminal case.
BNew evidence was introduced during the civil proceedings.
CNew witnesses provided testimony during the civil trial.
DThe civil and criminal cases involved different underlying events.
EDifferent attorneys represented the parties in the civil case.