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What is the correct direction to the jury on the burden and standard of proof in a theft case?

A. A B. The Prosecution bring this case and it is for them to prove it. Unless you are content that they have done so, you must acquit. C. B D. Although the Prosecution bring this case, you must be sure that the defence case is correct, otherwise the Defendant should be convicted. E. C F. The Prosecution must make you sure that this Defendant is guilty of the offence with which he is charged. G. D H. The Prosecution bring this case and the Prosecution have to prove it. The Defendant does not have to prove anything. This means that before you can convict, the Prosecution must convince you of the Defendant’s guilt beyond all possible doubt.