In a criminal case, the burden of proof lies with the prosecution, and the standard is "beyond a reasonable doubt."
Here's what that means:
• Burden of Proof: The responsibility to prove the defendant’s guilt is on the prosecution, not the defendant. The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
• Beyond a Reasonable Doubt: This is the highest standard of proof used in law. It means that the evidence presented must be so convincing that there is no reasonable doubt in the mind of a reasonable person that the defendant committed the crime.
If the jury or judge has any reasonable doubt about the defendant’s guilt, they are required to acquit (find the defendant not guilty).
Key Takeaway:
In a criminal case, the prosecution must prove the defendant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, and the defendant is not required to prove innocence.

In a criminal case, the burden of proof lies on the prosecution, and they must prove the accused's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.