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Ms. Jones
Mr. Mason
Under 21
Complaint/Investigation Process
Standards of Proof
N-E-A-T
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Standards of Proof

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The petitioner has the burden of proving allegations by CLEAR and CONVINCING EVIDENCE.

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Clear and convincing evidence is more than "preponderance of evidence" (Civil Law) and less than "beyond a reasonable doubt" (Criminal Law)

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Evidence must be credible

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Facts of witness must be distinctly remembered

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Testimony must be precise and explicit

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Witnesses must NOT be confused

bulletEvidence must lead to firm belief or conviction that the allegations are true
 

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