Question

question 1
(03.07 mc)
3 pts
what is the difference between the terms
ot guilty\ and \innocent?\
it cannot be proved that an individual is \innocent.\ juries say
ot guilty\ because guilt was not proved in the case.
the terms have no significant difference in meaning. juries and judges use them the same way in a court of law.

ot guilty\ is a verdict used in criminal cases only. however, an \innocent\ verdict can only be used in civil cases.
a jury will say \innocent\ instead of
ot guilty\ if the person seems to have had no part in the case before the court.

Explanation:

In a court of law, "not guilty" means that the prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. "Innocent" implies absolute lack of involvement, which is a higher standard. Jurors use "not guilty" when guilt isn't proven, not to declare actual innocence.

Answer:

It cannot be proved that an individual is "innocent." Juries say "not guilty" because guilt was not proved in the case.