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Case comment: Quantification of the ‘proof beyond reasonable doubt’ standard
Law, Probability and Risk 6:159-165 (2005)
Abstract
Argues for a minimal level of quantification for the "proof beyond reasonable doubt" standard of criminal law: if a jury asks "Is 60% enough?", the answer should be "No."My notes
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