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standard of proof

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A quick definition of standard of proof:

Standard of proof: The level of proof required in a specific case, such as "beyond a reasonable doubt" or "by a preponderance of the evidence." It's like a rule that says how sure we need to be before we can say something is true. In civil cases, the person who sues someone else needs to prove their case by showing that it's more likely than not that they're right. In criminal cases, the prosecutor needs to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt, which means they need to be almost completely sure that the person they're accusing is guilty.

A more thorough explanation:

The standard of proof refers to the level of evidence required to prove a case. It can be different depending on the type of case and the court where it is being heard.

The burden of persuasion is the responsibility of a party to convince the fact-finder (usually a judge or jury) to view the facts in a way that favors that party. This burden can be different in civil and criminal cases.

  • In a civil case, the plaintiff has the burden of persuasion and must prove their case by a preponderance of the evidence. This means that they must show that it is more likely than not that their version of the events is true.
  • In a criminal case, the prosecution has the burden of persuasion and must prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. This means that they must show that there is no other reasonable explanation for the evidence presented other than the defendant's guilt.

These examples illustrate how the standard of proof and burden of persuasion can differ depending on the type of case. In a civil case, the plaintiff only needs to prove their case by a preponderance of the evidence, which is a lower standard than beyond a reasonable doubt in a criminal case. This is because the consequences of a civil case are usually less severe than a criminal case, such as monetary damages instead of imprisonment.

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fedclerkhopeful
13:27
If you truly want “unicorn” PI, I would assume that’s not even a real possibility out of UMiami
13:51
I do think people might be using the term unicorn PI too liberally
13:51
Used to mean career outcomes that were pretty much only possible out of HYS and maybe NYU
Some consider Unicorn PI to include things like Asst US Attorney. In that case, you can achieve that by going anywhere that will allow you sit for the bar so long as your grades are strong and your internships and/or clerkships align.
16:34
Chowie go to Berk cause that's probably where I end up
16:34
But in all seriousness I would take Miami. If you're 100% committed to PI I don't think the .1% outcome that may be possible from Berk is worth taking on insane debt
has anyone heard back on a saturday or sunday?
and do we think any school would send out decisions on monday (since its presidents day)
techsplitter
19:01
no
20:10
take full ride 100%
20:11
@ChowieBean: ^
20:47
@LeanDeadCloud: HR works m-thu 10-2
J-Reuben-Clark-Law
11:50
Good for UT Austin people: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWTt77PPg4Q
J-Reuben-Clark-Law
17:18
"The man of talent is like a marksman who hits a mark others cannot hit; the man of genius is like a marksman who hits a mark they cannot even see to."
omelette
8:21
today's gonna be quiet asf just like this past weekend
omelette
8:25
some schools are open today tho apparently like columbia so some decisions might be imminent
UGA🫵🏻
Just got my acceptance to NCCU last week + I did my interview with Elon (not too exciting they give every applicant one).
Also received rejections from UNebraska and Wake
omelette
10:04
congrats on NCCU!
BatmanBeyond
11:51
I got waitlisted at an in-state school above both medians. The whole idea was that it's a cheaper, accessible option than my sole A. This cycle is brutal.
BatmanBeyond
11:52
Not even motivated to write a LOCI, but even if I get in, should I expect no scholarships?
omelette
11:52
you can still get schollies off the waitlist but maybe not a full ride yk
BluePacedCephalopod
11:56
sounds like yield protection
BluePacedCephalopod
11:56
fwiw i got put on then taken off my safety's WL in about a month and then got a 75% scholly
BatmanBeyond
12:18
@BluePacedCephalopod: did you write a LOCI?
BluePacedCephalopod
12:18
no they reached out for an interview
12:28
has UVA done any admit in the past few days?
omelette
13:18
yes 2/13 and 2/14, they wouldnt release on a weekend
thecableguy7
15:06
UT Austin today?
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