Burden of Persuasion

What is Burden of Persuasion?

Refers to the party's duty to convince the fact-finder to view the facts in a way that favors that party. It is the obligation of a party to introduce evidence that persuades the fact-finder, by the applicable standard of proof, that a particular proposition of fact is true.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Evidence terms:

• Standard of Proof
• Insufficient Evidence
• Prejudicial Evidence
• Conflicting Evidence
• Probative Value