In a criminal case against Anton, what standard of proof would the judge apply?

A) A preponderance of the evidence standard
B) A standard of proof beyond a reasonable doubt
C) A standard of proof by a margin
D) A standard of certainty in proof
E) A standard of proof beyond a reasonable question

Standard of Proof

is the level of certainty and the degree of evidence necessary for a judge or jury to believe a claim or find a defendant guilty in a legal proceeding.

Reasonable Doubt

The standard of proof required in criminal trials, where the evidence presented must be sufficient to leave no reasonable doubt in the mind of a juror regarding the defendant's guilt.