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Is "beyond a reasonable doubt" the standard of proof used in all criminal proceedings?

Or is the preponderance of evidence standard used in some criminal cases?

Not all criminal proceedings. But it is the standard of proof that applies at trial to establish the defendant's guilt.

Reasonable doubt is criminal. Preponderance is civil. Criminal charges are brought by state/federal government. Government must go above and beyond to "beyond a reasonable doubt".

No. Only in capitol offenses.

In lesser offenses the accused can be convicted on the preponderance of the evidence.

Not every part of a criminal proceeding requires proof beyond a reasonable doubt to proceed, but convictions for all criminal issues do. For instance, only probable cause is required for arrest.

The truth is: Depends on how much money you got.

Yes. Too bad OJ got off the hook for that murder.
Maybe we'll get him for robbery.

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