beyond a reasonable doubt
"Beyond a reasonable doubt" is a legal standard used in criminal trials to determine a defendant's guilt. It means that the evidence presented must be so convincing that there is no reasonable uncertainty about the defendant's involvement in the crime. This high standard protects individuals from wrongful convictions, ensuring that only those who are clearly guilty are found guilty.
In practice, jurors must evaluate the evidence and decide if it leaves them with any reasonable doubts about the defendant's guilt. If they have any doubts that are reasonable, they must acquit the defendant, as the burden of proof lies with the prosecution to establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.