CFE – Law — Question 60

In most common law jurisdictions, the burden of proof for the government to convict a defendant in a criminal case is the inner conviction of the judge.

Answer options

• A. True
• B. False

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because the burden of proof in criminal cases is usually 'beyond a reasonable doubt,' not based on the inner conviction of the judge. This standard ensures that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty, which is a fundamental principle of criminal law.