Why do a majority of jurisdictions refuse to allow a presumption as evidence?
What will be an ideal response?
If a presumption is classified as evidence, it may confuse the jury into giving the presumption as much weight as witness testimony and tangible evidence. By declaring that presumptions are not evidence, the law materially lessens the burden upon the jury, as the jurors may, with a clear conscience, give greater weight to evidence presented than to the deduction that must be drawn from a presumption.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
John was killed in the above altercation. What type of force was actually used?
a. Reasonable b. Justified c. Deadly d. Homicide
When the harm the law seeks to prevent has not been done, but planned or attempted, this is called a/an ____________________offense
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
After a violent event occurs in the workplace it is recommended to:
a. Provide employees with worker’s compensation claim forms b. Cooperate with law enforcement authorities and support prosecution of offenders c. Conduct individual debriefing and avoid discussing the cause of the violence d. Provide employees with as much time off as they ask for with pay