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RCW 9A.04
9A.04.100
Proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
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(1) Every person charged with the commission of a crime is presumed innocent unless proved guilty. No person may be convicted of a crime unless each element of such crime is proved by competent evidence beyond a reasonable doubt. (2) When an affirmative defense is raised, the defendant has the burden of establishing the defense by a preponderance of the evidence.Visit Website