Why a 'Not Guilty' verdict does not always mean you can resume being a parent
In short: This lecture examines why legal outcomes diverge between criminal and care proceedings, exploring how different standards of proof and the distinct roles of judges and juries create vastly different consequences.
Ruth Kirby explores the friction between different legal frameworks, specifically comparing the 'beyond reasonable doubt' standard used in criminal cases against the 'balance of probabilities' used in care proceedings. The discussion investigates the fundamental division of labor in a courtroom: the jury's responsibility to determine the facts versus the judge's role in determining the law.
The lecture also addresses procedural complexities that influence judicial outcomes, including rules regarding disclosure, hearsay, the application of expert witnesses, and the impact of court time scales. This context explains why a defendant acquitted of a crime may still face significant legal consequences in family or care-related settings.
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