Question 1 of 10

Which of the following direction(s) to the jury on the burden and standard of proof in a theft case, numbered (i) to (iv) is/are CORRECT? (i) “The first matter of law that I must tell you is that the Prosecution brings this case and it is for them to prove it. Unless at the end of the day you are content that they have done so, you must acquit.” (ii) “You must be sure that the defence case is correct, otherwise the Defendant should be convicted.” (iii) “The first point of law is that the Prosecution must make you sure that this Defendant is guilty of the offence with which he is charged.” (iv) “The Prosecution brings this case and the Prosecution has 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.” Select ONE of the following: