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The burden of proof for the plaintiff to prevail in a civil case is by a preponderance of the evidence

The plaintiff’s level of evidence necessary to prevail in a civil action is called the plaintiff’s burden of proof. To prevail, the plaintiff must prove their case by more than 50% or otherwise expressed as being  more likely than not or by a preponderance of the evidence.

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