Legal Term
Beyond Reasonable Doubt
The test used by a jury, judge or magistrate to decide if someone is guilty or not guilty of a criminal offence. It must be proved beyond reasonable doubt that someone committed a crime before they can be found guilty.
Source Information
Source
🏛️ Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions
Licence
Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 Australia (CC BY 4.0)
Category
General
Disclaimer: This definition is sourced from an official Australian government website for general information purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified legal professional for advice specific to your situation.