Evidence

Preponderance of Evidence

/ preh-PON-der-ens of EV-ih-dens /

Definition

The standard of proof in civil cases; more likely than not.

Used in Context

“Preponderance of evidence means greater than fifty percent probability.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: praeponderare, to outweigh

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