“balance of probabilities”

This page presents an official legal definition of “balance of probabilities” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: Australia Australia

The standard of proof required in civil law cases, i.e. it is more probable than not that what the person says happened is true. (In criminal cases, the standard is proof beyond reasonable doubt.).

Source: Law Handbook Glossary, Legal Services Commission of South Australia