In a criminal case, a judge decides that the
weight of evidence is almost equally balanced between the prosecution and the defense with the prosecution enjoying a slight advantage. How does the judge decide the case?
a) The judge finds the defendant guilty because the prosecution need only prove its case by a preponderance of the evidence.
b) The judge finds the defendant not guilty because the prosecution has failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt.
c) The judge orders a new trial because the weight of evidence is almost evenly balanced.
d) The judge finds the defendant guilty because the defense has failed to prove its case by a preponderance of the evidence.
e) The judge orders a jury trial because he or she cannot reach a decision.
Answer: B
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