Q: Can winning a civil case be used to overturn a criminal conviction?
Can a civil case win be introduced as new evidence in a criminal case and get a conviction overturned?
A: Depending upon the facts and circumstances, it could potentially form the basis for appellate relief (if an appeal is still available) or a motion for relief from judgment. You should consult with an appellate lawyer to see what, if any, potential grounds for relief are available.
A:
Good question! But no, a civil and criminal are two different tracks. The main reason being is the vastly different burden of proof. In criminal matters, you are dealing with "beyond a reasonable doubt", which is like 90% certainty. In civil matters, you are most often dealing with preponderance of the evidence, which is like 51% certainty.
Looking at it in strictly math terms, 51% will never be greater than 90%.
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