Answer to Question #225618 in English for Madiri

Question

Which one of the following statement is correct regarding the onus of proof in a court case ?

1) in a civil case the plaintiff must prove his case beyond a reasonable doubt .

2) in a Criminal case the state must prove its case on a Balance of probabilities

3) in a Criminal and civil case , the onus rests with an individual to prove his case .

4) The onus of proof in a civil case is not quite as heavy as in a Criminal case.

Answer 1

3) in a Criminal and civil case , the onus rests with an individual to prove his case .