Which of these BEST completes the chart? A) The burden of proof always lies with the defendant. B) The burden of proof always li
es with the government. C) The burden of proof is initially with the state and can switch to the plaintiff. D) The burden of proof is initially with the plaintiff and can switch to the defendant.
In criminal law cases, the burden of proof is initially with the plaintiff and can switch to the defendant. In certain cases, the defendant must provide evidence to refute the claims of the plaintiff.
