Mrs. Lui is contesting a negligence penalty in federal court. The government must present a preponderance of evidence establishing that Mrs. Lui was negligent. The standard of proof required of the government in a civil case like this is preponderance of evidence rather than beyond a reasonable doubt.
Mrs. Lui decided to contest a negligence penalty in federal court. W.pdf
1. Mrs. Lui decided to contest a negligence penalty in federal court. Which of the following
statements is true?
Multiple Choice
Mrs. Lui must present a preponderance of evidence establishing that her actions were not
negligent.
The government must present a preponderance of evidence establishing that Mrs. Lui was
negligent.
The government must present clear and convincing evidence that Mrs. Lui was negligent.
The government must establish Mrs. Lui's negligence beyond any reasonable doubt.