In practical terms, the U.S. Supreme Court has approved a definition that indicates that reasonable doubt is a doubt based upon reason, which is the standard of proof in a criminal case.

A. True
B. False


True

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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What will be an ideal response?

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In states where it is available, should the jury find the defendant was guilty but mentally ill at the time of the offense, the defendant

a. is free to leave b. may be committed to a mental institution c. will automatically be committed to a mental institution d. may receive any sentence that could be imposed for that crime

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Most of what we know about the ordeal of testifying in court comes from research on victims of

a. rape. c. assault. b. robbery. d. burglary.

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