Philosophy
Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt in Criminal Trials
Quick fact
The 'beyond a reasonable doubt' standard is so high that it has been described as requiring a 'near certainty' of guilt—more than 90% probability—yet it is intentionally not defined as a precise percentage in most courts.
Why this is interesting
Imagine being on a jury: how sure must you be to send someone to prison? The law says 'beyond a reasonable doubt'—but what does that really feel like in a courtroom?