What is the difference between being convicted and being found liable? O People get convicted if they are over 18. They are people get convicted by a grand jury. They are
found liable if they are a minor.
found liable by a judge.
O People get convicted in federal court. The are
found liable in county court.
O People get convicted in criminal cases. They are
found liable in civil cases.
O People get convicted if there is a preponderance
of evidence against them. They are found liable if
there is beyond a reasonable doubt of their guilt.