Author Question: In a criminal case, a judge decides that the weight of evidence is almost equally balanced ... (Read 96 times)

lracut11 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

In a criminal case, a judge decides that the

weight of evidence is almost equally balanced between the prosecution and the defense with the prosecution enjoying a slight advantage. How does the judge decide the case?
a) The judge finds the defendant guilty because the prosecution need only prove its case by a preponderance of the evidence.
b) The judge finds the defendant not guilty because the prosecution has failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt.
c) The judge orders a new trial because the weight of evidence is almost evenly balanced.
d) The judge finds the defendant guilty because the defense has failed to prove its case by a preponderance of the evidence.
e) The judge orders a jury trial because he or she cannot reach a decision.

Question 2

Which of the following legal disputes is an example of a civil case?

a) A man sues his ex-wife over the custody of their child.
b) A woman is accused of stealing an item valued less than 100.
c) A man is accused of driving the wrong way on a one-way street.
d) A teen is convicted of loitering.
e) A woman is charged with driving under the influence of drugs.