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preponderance of the evidence standard in Connecticut

64 Connecticut opinions name it 3 courts 1975–2026 11 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Connecticut courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (35)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Davisgreen
conn · 1994 · cited in 13 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1995–2026
2 sentences

2026In Connecticut, generally, as in many states, “when a civil statute is silent as to the applicable standard of proof, the preponderance of the evidence standard governs factual determinations required by that statute.” State v. Davis, 229 Conn. 285, 295–96, 641 A.2d 370 (1994); see also, e.g., E.M.D Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, 604 U.S. 45, 52, 145 S. Ct. 34, 220 L.

2026In Connecticut, generally, as in many states, “when a civil statute is silent as to the applicable standard of proof, the preponderance of the evidence standard governs factual determinations required by that statute.” State v. Davis, 229 Conn. 285, 295–96, 641 A.2d 370 (1994); see also, e.g., E.M.D Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, 604 U.S. 45, 52, 145 S. Ct. 34, 220 L.

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Mallory v. Mallorygreen
conn · 1988 · cited in 6 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1992–2026
2 sentences

2010Similarly, in Mallory v. Mallory, 207 Conn. 48 , 539 A.2d 995 (1988), a case in which a custody order was based on a finding that a parent had sexually abused his child; id., 51 ; we acknowledged the “substantial social stigma” that ensues upon such a finding but concluded nonetheless “that a preponderance of the evidence standard adequately protects a parent from false accusations of sexual abuse, and that the ordinary civil standard of proof better serves the strong societal interest in protecting children from abusive parents.” Id., 52 .

2010Similarly, in Mallory v. Mallory, 207 Conn. 48 , 539 A.2d 995 (1988), a case in which a custody order was based on a finding that a parent had sexually abused his child; id., 51 ; we acknowledged the “substantial social stigma” that ensues upon such a finding but concluded nonetheless “that a preponderance of the evidence standard adequately protects a parent from false accusations of sexual abuse, and that the ordinary civil standard of proof better serves the strong societal interest in protecting children from abusive parents.” Id., 52 .

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Peralta v. Peraltagreen
nmctapp · 2005 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
2 sentences

2023Compare Peralta v. Peralta, 139 N.M. 231, 234 , 131 P.3d 81 (App. 2005) (The court recognized ‘‘the different burdens of proof required to contest a will and to establish tortious interference with inheritance . . . .

2023Compare Peralta v. Peralta, 139 N.M. 231, 234 , 131 P.3d 81 (App. 2005) (The court recognized ‘‘the different burdens of proof required to contest a will and to establish tortious interference with inheritance . . . .

22
Huntington v. Clarkgreen
· 1873 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1991–2010
2 sentences

2010See Morford v. Peck, 46 Conn. 380, 384-85 (1878); Huntington v. Clark, 39 Conn. 540, 557 (1873).

1991See Morford v. Peck, 46 Conn. 380, 384-85 (1878); Huntington v. Clark, 39 Conn. 540, 557 (1873).

22
Morford v. Peckgreen
conn · 1878 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1991–2010
2 sentences

2010See Morford v. Peck, 46 Conn. 380, 384-85 (1878); Huntington v. Clark, 39 Conn. 540, 557 (1873).

1991See Morford v. Peck, 46 Conn. 380, 384-85 (1878); Huntington v. Clark, 39 Conn. 540, 557 (1873).

22
Santosky v. Kramergreen
scotus · 1982 · cited in 5 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1988–2013
2 sentences

1992The preponderance of the evidence standard is appropriate in ordinary tort cases because the litigants should “ ‘share the risk of error in roughly equal fashion.’ ” Santosky v. Kramer, 455 U.S. 745, 755 , 102 S. Ct. 1388 , 71 L.

1992The preponderance of the evidence standard is appropriate in ordinary tort cases because the litigants should “ ‘share the risk of error in roughly equal fashion.’ ” Santosky v. Kramer, 455 U.S. 745, 755 , 102 S. Ct. 1388 , 71 L.

15
Berchtold v. Maggigreen
conn · 1983 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2012–2019
2 sentences

2019In addition, the trier of fact is no longer bound to inter- pret the evidence in the light most favorable to the plaintiff, or to draw every reasonable inference there- from, for it is axiomatic that it is within the province of the trier of facts to assess the credibility of witnesses.’’ (Citations omitted.) Berchtold v. Maggi, 191 Conn. 266, 272 , 464 A.2d 1 (1983); see also Sonepar Distribution New England, Inc. v. T & T Electrical Contractor’s, Inc., 133 Conn. App. 752, 755 , 37 A.3d 789 (2012) (‘‘We agree that the preponderance of the evidence standard is inapplicable to a motion to dismi

2019In addition, the trier of fact is no longer bound to inter- pret the evidence in the light most favorable to the plaintiff, or to draw every reasonable inference there- from, for it is axiomatic that it is within the province of the trier of facts to assess the credibility of witnesses.’’ (Citations omitted.) Berchtold v. Maggi, 191 Conn. 266, 272 , 464 A.2d 1 (1983); see also Sonepar Distribution New England, Inc. v. T & T Electrical Contractor’s, Inc., 133 Conn. App. 752, 755 , 37 A.3d 789 (2012) (‘‘We agree that the preponderance of the evidence standard is inapplicable to a motion to dismi

12
Freeman v. Alamo Management Co.green
conn · 1992 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1994–2010
2 sentences

2010In addition, the plaintiffs argue that certain dictum in our decision in Freeman v. Alamo Management Co., 221 Conn. 674, 682-83 , 607 A.2d 370 (1992), clearly indicates that the Appellate Court’s holding in Schaffer v. Lindy, supra, 8 Conn. App. 96 , is unsound.

2010In addition, the plaintiffs argue that certain dictum in our decision in Freeman v. Alamo Management Co., 221 Conn. 674, 682-83 , 607 A.2d 370 (1992), clearly indicates that the Appellate Court’s holding in Schaffer v. Lindy, supra, 8 Conn. App. 96 , is unsound.

12
In re Juvenile Appeal (84-AB)green
conn · 1984 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008By contrast, this court held that due process is not violated by application of the preponderance of the evidence standard to *1094 either a petition by the state for temporary custody of a child; In re Juvenile Appeal (83-CD), supra, 189 Conn. at 295 , 455 A.2d 1313 ; a petition by the state to adjudicate a child neglected, uncared for or dependent; In re Juvenile Appeal (84-AB), supra, 192 Conn. at 263 , 471 A.2d 1380 ; or a third party petition for visitation; Roth v. Weston, supra, 259 Conn. at 231 , 789 A.2d 431 .

2008By contrast, this court held that due process is not violated by application of the preponderance of the evidence standard to *1094 either a petition by the state for temporary custody of a child; In re Juvenile Appeal (83-CD), supra, 189 Conn. at 295 , 455 A.2d 1313 ; a petition by the state to adjudicate a child neglected, uncared for or dependent; In re Juvenile Appeal (84-AB), supra, 192 Conn. at 263 , 471 A.2d 1380 ; or a third party petition for visitation; Roth v. Weston, supra, 259 Conn. at 231 , 789 A.2d 431 .

12
Sears, Roebuck & Co. v. Board of Tax Reviewgreen
conn · 1997 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
2 sentences

2026See, e.g., Sears, Roebuck & Co. v. Board of Tax Review, 241 Conn. 749, 756, 699 A.2d 81 (1997); Sharr v. Stonington, Docket No. CV-XX-XXXXXXX, 2011 WL 1409420, *3 (Conn. Super.

2026See, e.g., Sears, Roebuck & Co. v. Board of Tax Review, 241 Conn. 749, 756, 699 A.2d 81 (1997); Sharr v. Stonington, Docket No. CV-XX-XXXXXXX, 2011 WL 1409420, *3 (Conn. Super.

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Ramsey v. Ramseygreen
idaho · 1975 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
2 sentences

2026Compare, e.g., McCann ex rel. 12 See, e.g., Jizmejian v. Jizmejian, 16 Ariz. App. 270, 274, 492 P.2d 1208 (1972); In re Estate of Rodgers, 149 So. 2d 391, 392 (Fla. App. 1963); Ramsey v. Ramsey, 96 Idaho 672, 679, 535 P.2d 53 (1975), overruled in part on other grounds by Rice v. Rice, 103 Idaho 85, 645 P.2d 319 (1982); In re Estate of Banks, 258 Ill.

2026Compare, e.g., McCann ex rel. 12 See, e.g., Jizmejian v. Jizmejian, 16 Ariz. App. 270, 274, 492 P.2d 1208 (1972); In re Estate of Rodgers, 149 So. 2d 391, 392 (Fla. App. 1963); Ramsey v. Ramsey, 96 Idaho 672, 679, 535 P.2d 53 (1975), overruled in part on other grounds by Rice v. Rice, 103 Idaho 85, 645 P.2d 319 (1982); In re Estate of Banks, 258 Ill.

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Jizmejian v. Jizmejiangreen
arizctapp · 1972 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
2 sentences

2026Compare, e.g., McCann ex rel. 12 See, e.g., Jizmejian v. Jizmejian, 16 Ariz. App. 270, 274, 492 P.2d 1208 (1972); In re Estate of Rodgers, 149 So. 2d 391, 392 (Fla. App. 1963); Ramsey v. Ramsey, 96 Idaho 672, 679, 535 P.2d 53 (1975), overruled in part on other grounds by Rice v. Rice, 103 Idaho 85, 645 P.2d 319 (1982); In re Estate of Banks, 258 Ill.

2026Compare, e.g., McCann ex rel. 12 See, e.g., Jizmejian v. Jizmejian, 16 Ariz. App. 270, 274, 492 P.2d 1208 (1972); In re Estate of Rodgers, 149 So. 2d 391, 392 (Fla. App. 1963); Ramsey v. Ramsey, 96 Idaho 672, 679, 535 P.2d 53 (1975), overruled in part on other grounds by Rice v. Rice, 103 Idaho 85, 645 P.2d 319 (1982); In re Estate of Banks, 258 Ill.

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In Re Estate of Banksgreen
illappct · 1994 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
2 sentences

2026Compare, e.g., McCann ex rel. 12 See, e.g., Jizmejian v. Jizmejian, 16 Ariz. App. 270, 274, 492 P.2d 1208 (1972); In re Estate of Rodgers, 149 So. 2d 391, 392 (Fla. App. 1963); Ramsey v. Ramsey, 96 Idaho 672, 679, 535 P.2d 53 (1975), overruled in part on other grounds by Rice v. Rice, 103 Idaho 85, 645 P.2d 319 (1982); In re Estate of Banks, 258 Ill.

2026Compare, e.g., McCann ex rel. 12 See, e.g., Jizmejian v. Jizmejian, 16 Ariz. App. 270, 274 , 492 P.2d 1208 (1972); In re Estate of Rodgers, 149 So. 2d 391, 392 (Fla. App. 1963); Ramsey v. Ramsey, 96 Idaho 672, 679 , 535 P.2d 53 (1975), overruled in part on other grounds by Rice v. Rice, 103 Idaho 85 , 645 P.2d 319 (1982); In re Estate of Banks, 258 Ill.

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E.M.D. Sales, Inc. v. Carreragreen
scotus · 2025 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
2 sentences

2026In Connecticut, generally, as in many states, “when a civil statute is silent as to the applicable standard of proof, the preponderance of the evidence standard governs factual determinations required by that statute.” State v. Davis, 229 Conn. 285, 295–96, 641 A.2d 370 (1994); see also, e.g., E.M.D Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, 604 U.S. 45, 52, 145 S. Ct. 34, 220 L.

2026In Connecticut, generally, as in many states, “when a civil statute is silent as to the applicable standard of proof, the preponderance of the evidence standard governs factual determinations required by that statute.” State v. Davis, 229 Conn. 285, 295–96, 641 A.2d 370 (1994); see also, e.g., E.M.D Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, 604 U.S. 45, 52, 145 S. Ct. 34, 220 L.

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In re Estate of Rodgersgreen
fladistctapp · 1963 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
2 sentences

2026Compare, e.g., McCann ex rel. 12 See, e.g., Jizmejian v. Jizmejian, 16 Ariz. App. 270, 274, 492 P.2d 1208 (1972); In re Estate of Rodgers, 149 So. 2d 391, 392 (Fla. App. 1963); Ramsey v. Ramsey, 96 Idaho 672, 679, 535 P.2d 53 (1975), overruled in part on other grounds by Rice v. Rice, 103 Idaho 85, 645 P.2d 319 (1982); In re Estate of Banks, 258 Ill.

2026Compare, e.g., McCann ex rel. 12 See, e.g., Jizmejian v. Jizmejian, 16 Ariz. App. 270, 274 , 492 P.2d 1208 (1972); In re Estate of Rodgers, 149 So. 2d 391, 392 (Fla. App. 1963); Ramsey v. Ramsey, 96 Idaho 672, 679 , 535 P.2d 53 (1975), overruled in part on other grounds by Rice v. Rice, 103 Idaho 85 , 645 P.2d 319 (1982); In re Estate of Banks, 258 Ill.

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Ireland v. Irelandgreen
conn · 1998 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
2 sentences

2021As Justice Borden explained in his concurring opinion in Ireland v. Ireland, 246 Conn. 413 , 717 A.2d 676 (1998), applying a preponderance of the evidence standard is sufficient in a burden shifting scheme.

2021As Justice Borden explained in his concurring opinion in Ireland v. Ireland, 246 Conn. 413 , 717 A.2d 676 (1998), applying a preponderance of the evidence standard is sufficient in a burden shifting scheme.

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Bobcar Media, LLC v. Aardvark Event Logistics, Inc.green
ilsd · 2018 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021Application of the preponderance of the evidence standard is particularly apt in this case, in which the defendant sought to establish the existence of a lost or destroyed document or recording, the admissibility of which is governed by § 10-3 of the Connecticut Code of Evidence; authority applying similar rules of evidence generally requires such proof to be by at least a prepon- derance of the evidence.78 See, e.g., Bobcar Media, LLC v. Aardvark Event Logistics, Inc., 354 F. Supp. 3d 375, 382 (S.D.N.Y. 2018) (applying Federal Rules of Evidence to claimed loss of assignment of patents); Kleen

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Guardianship of David C.green
me · 2010 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
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In Re Guardianship of Barrosgreen
nd · 2005 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
11
In Re DISgreen
colo · 2011 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
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Sonepar Distribution New England, Inc. v. T & T Electrical Contractor's, Inc.green
connappct · 2012 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
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State v. Rickettsgreen
connappct · 2013 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
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Winn v. Posadesgreen
conn · 2007 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
11
Skakel v. Stategreen
conn · 2010 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
11
Cynthia JONES, for Ivory B. JONES, Plaintiff-Appellant, v. Shirley S. CHATER, Commissioner of Social Security, Defendant-Appelleegreen
ca7 · 1996 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2011–2011
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Collins Securities Corporation and Timothy Collins v. Securities and Exchange Commissiongreen
cadc · 1977 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2011–2011
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El Paso Refining, Inc. v. Scurlock Permian Corp.green
texapp · 2002 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians v. Lorinskygreen
connappct · 2009 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
Madigan v. Madigangreen
conn · 1993 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
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State v. Curciogreen
conn · 1983 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
11
Herman & MacLean v. Huddlestongreen
scotus · 1983 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
11
Schulz v. Syvertsengreen
conn · 1991 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
11
Lego v. Twomeygreen
scotus · 1972 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
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Coleman v. Rickgreen
nyed · 2003 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
11
Ronald Allen Smith v. Jack McCormick Warden, Montana State Prisongreen
ca9 · 1990 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (45)

CaseCitedYears
Stuart v. Stuart green
conn · 2010
2 sentences

2024Moreover, in deciding to apply the preponderance of the evidence standard, the court expressly relied on Stuart v. Stuart, 297 Conn. 26 , 38–40, 996 A.2d 259 (2010).

2024Moreover, in deciding to apply the preponderance of the evidence standard, the court expressly relied on Stuart v. Stuart, 297 Conn. 26 , 38–40, 996 A.2d 259 (2010).

42012–2024
Goldstar Medical Services, Inc. v. Department of Social Services green
conn · 2008
2 sentences

2019Goldstar Medical Services, Inc. v. Dept. of Social Services, 288 Conn. 790, 819 , 955 A.2d 15 (2008) (‘‘in this state, proof by preponderance of the evidence is the ordinary civil standard of proof’’ [internal quota- tion marks omitted]); see State v. Davis, 229 Conn. 285 , 295–96, 641 A.2d 370 (1994) (‘‘our determination is guided by the general rule that when a civil statute is silent as to the applicable standard of proof, the preponderance of the evidence standard governs fac- tual determinations required by that statute’’).

2019Goldstar Medical Services, Inc. v. Dept. of Social Services, 288 Conn. 790, 819 , 955 A.2d 15 (2008) (‘‘in this state, proof by preponderance of the evidence is the ordinary civil standard of proof’’ [internal quota- tion marks omitted]); see State v. Davis, 229 Conn. 285 , 295–96, 641 A.2d 370 (1994) (‘‘our determination is guided by the general rule that when a civil statute is silent as to the applicable standard of proof, the preponderance of the evidence standard governs fac- tual determinations required by that statute’’).

32011–2019
O'Dea v. Amodeo green
conn · 1934
2 sentences

2010O’Dea v. Amodeo, 118 Conn. 58, 60 , 170 A. 486 (1934); Water Commissioners v. Robbins, supra [ 82 Conn. 640 ], Moreover, this rule was part of our law [whereas] the preponderance of the evidence standard was still the burden of proof in fraud actions.

2010O’Dea v. Amodeo, 118 Conn. 58, 60 , 170 A. 486 (1934); Water Commissioners v. Robbins, supra [ 82 Conn. 640 ], Moreover, this rule was part of our law [whereas] the preponderance of the evidence standard was still the burden of proof in fraud actions.

21991–2010
Schaffer v. Lindy green
connappct · 1986
2 sentences

1993The axiom that, if a trial court does not state or imply it is using that proper standard of proof, a new trial is necessary; Schaffer v. Lindy, 8 Conn. App. 96, 105 , 511 A.2d 1022 (1986); applies only when the standard of proof that should have been used is higher than the preponderance of the evidence standard.

1993The axiom that, if a trial court does not state or imply it is using that proper standard of proof, a new trial is necessary; Schaffer v. Lindy, 8 Conn. App. 96, 105 , 511 A.2d 1022 (1986); applies only when the standard of proof that should have been used is higher than the preponderance of the evidence standard.

21993–2010
State v. Staples green
conn · 1978
2 sentences

2007Because the defendant had failed to present a "valid reason why proof by [a preponderance of the evidence], with a judge making a positive finding on voluntariness, does not provide a fair and workable test which affords a criminal defendant those rights guaranteed him by both the United States and Connecticut [c]onstitution[s]"; id., at 406 , 399 A.2d 1269 ; we concluded that, "a trial court should follow the preponderance of the evidence standard and not the reasonable doubt standard in determining whether or not the state has sustained its burden of proving voluntariness when a confession o

2007Because the defendant had failed to present a "valid reason why proof by [a preponderance of the evidence], with a judge making a positive finding on voluntariness, does not provide a fair and workable test which affords a criminal defendant those rights guaranteed him by both the United States and Connecticut [c]onstitution[s]"; id., at 406 , 399 A.2d 1269 ; we concluded that, "a trial court should follow the preponderance of the evidence standard and not the reasonable doubt standard in determining whether or not the state has sustained its burden of proving voluntariness when a confession o

21996–2007
State v. Warren green
conn · 1975
2 sentences

2002Our Supreme Court has stated that the preponderance of the evidence test "means simply that the evidence must, when considered fairly and impartially, induce a reasonable belief that the fact in issue is true." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Warren , 169 Conn. 207 , 213 , 363 A.2d 91 (1975).

2002Our Supreme Court has stated that the preponderance of the evidence test "means simply that the evidence must, when considered fairly and impartially, induce a reasonable belief that the fact in issue is true." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Warren , 169 Conn. 207 , 213 , 363 A.2d 91 (1975).

21993–2002
Cookson v. Cookson green
conn · 1986
2 sentences

1994The preponderance of the evidence standard “indicates that the litigants should share equally the risk of error . . . because the interests at stake have roughly equal societal importance. . . .” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Id.

1987Surely, if the preponderance of the evidence standard is sufficient to satisfy the important issue of modification of custody; Cookson v. Cookson, 201 Conn. 229, 240 , 514 A.2d 323 (1986); that standard also satisfies the degree of proof which is necessary for financial orders.

21987–1994
Beckwith v. Town of Stratford green
conn · 1942
2 sentences

1993Our Supreme Court has stated that the preponderance of the evidence test “means simply that ‘the evidence must, when considered fairly and impartially, induce a reasonable belief that the fact in issue is true.’ Conley v. Board of Education, 143 Conn. 488, 497 , 123 A.2d 547 [1956]; Beckwith v. Stratford, 129 Conn. 506, 507 , 29 A.2d 775 [1942]; Darrow v. Fleischner, 117 Conn. 518, 520 , 169 A. 197 [1933].” State v. Warren, 169 Conn. 207, 213 , 363 A.2d 91 (1975).

1993Our Supreme Court has stated that the preponderance of the evidence test “means simply that ‘the evidence must, when considered fairly and impartially, induce a reasonable belief that the fact in issue is true.’ Conley v. Board of Education, 143 Conn. 488, 497 , 123 A.2d 547 [1956]; Beckwith v. Stratford, 129 Conn. 506, 507 , 29 A.2d 775 [1942]; Darrow v. Fleischner, 117 Conn. 518, 520 , 169 A. 197 [1933].” State v. Warren, 169 Conn. 207, 213 , 363 A.2d 91 (1975).

21975–1993
Darrow v. Fleischner green
conn · 1933
2 sentences

1993Our Supreme Court has stated that the preponderance of the evidence test “means simply that ‘the evidence must, when considered fairly and impartially, induce a reasonable belief that the fact in issue is true.’ Conley v. Board of Education, 143 Conn. 488, 497 , 123 A.2d 547 [1956]; Beckwith v. Stratford, 129 Conn. 506, 507 , 29 A.2d 775 [1942]; Darrow v. Fleischner, 117 Conn. 518, 520 , 169 A. 197 [1933].” State v. Warren, 169 Conn. 207, 213 , 363 A.2d 91 (1975).

1993Our Supreme Court has stated that the preponderance of the evidence test “means simply that ‘the evidence must, when considered fairly and impartially, induce a reasonable belief that the fact in issue is true.’ Conley v. Board of Education, 143 Conn. 488, 497 , 123 A.2d 547 [1956]; Beckwith v. Stratford, 129 Conn. 506, 507 , 29 A.2d 775 [1942]; Darrow v. Fleischner, 117 Conn. 518, 520 , 169 A. 197 [1933].” State v. Warren, 169 Conn. 207, 213 , 363 A.2d 91 (1975).

21975–1993
Conley v. Board of Education green
conn · 1956
2 sentences

1993Our Supreme Court has stated that the preponderance of the evidence test “means simply that ‘the evidence must, when considered fairly and impartially, induce a reasonable belief that the fact in issue is true.’ Conley v. Board of Education, 143 Conn. 488, 497 , 123 A.2d 547 [1956]; Beckwith v. Stratford, 129 Conn. 506, 507 , 29 A.2d 775 [1942]; Darrow v. Fleischner, 117 Conn. 518, 520 , 169 A. 197 [1933].” State v. Warren, 169 Conn. 207, 213 , 363 A.2d 91 (1975).

1975The defendant next claims error in the following ruling made by the trial court: “The defendant is ordered confined to the Connecticut Valley Hospital until such time as he is no longer mentally ill, to the extent that his release would constitute a danger to himself or others, provided that the total period of his confinement shall not exceed twenty-five years, all in conformity with § 53a-47 of the Connecticut Greneral Statutes.” The basis of the defendant’s claim is that such a ruling is not supported by the facts of the case and that the proof offered by the state did not meet the burden o

21975–1993
Rice v. Rice green
idaho · 1982
2 sentences

2026Compare, e.g., McCann ex rel. 12 See, e.g., Jizmejian v. Jizmejian, 16 Ariz. App. 270, 274, 492 P.2d 1208 (1972); In re Estate of Rodgers, 149 So. 2d 391, 392 (Fla. App. 1963); Ramsey v. Ramsey, 96 Idaho 672, 679, 535 P.2d 53 (1975), overruled in part on other grounds by Rice v. Rice, 103 Idaho 85, 645 P.2d 319 (1982); In re Estate of Banks, 258 Ill.

2026Compare, e.g., McCann ex rel. 12 See, e.g., Jizmejian v. Jizmejian, 16 Ariz. App. 270, 274, 492 P.2d 1208 (1972); In re Estate of Rodgers, 149 So. 2d 391, 392 (Fla. App. 1963); Ramsey v. Ramsey, 96 Idaho 672, 679, 535 P.2d 53 (1975), overruled in part on other grounds by Rice v. Rice, 103 Idaho 85, 645 P.2d 319 (1982); In re Estate of Banks, 258 Ill.

12026–2026
State v. Cutler green
conn · 2009
1 sentence

2022Id., 315 .

12022–2022
Kleenit, Inc. v. Sentry Insurance green
mad · 2007
1 sentence

2021Co., 486 F. Supp. 2d 121 , 125–26 (D.

12021–2021
Washington v. Comm'r of Corr. green
conn · 2016
12020–2020
Interest of G.L. green
nd · 2018
12020–2020
Juvenile Appeal v. Commissioner of Children & Youth Services green
conn · 1979
12020–2020
Mathews v. Eldridge green
scotus · 1976
12020–2020
Fernwood Realty, LLC v. Aerocision, LLC. green
connappct · 2016
12020–2020
Busker v. United Illuminating Co. green
conn · 1968
12017–2017
Weldy v. Northbrook Condominium Ass'n green
conn · 2006
12017–2017
United States v. Arvizu green
scotus · 2002
12014–2014
Gilbert v. Beaver Dam Ass'n of Stratford, Inc. green
conn · 2005
12013–2013
Dent v. Lovejoy green
conn · 2005
12013–2013
Barber v. Skip Barber Racing School, LLC green
connappct · 2008
12013–2013
Gilbert v. Beaver Dam Ass'n of Stratford, Inc. green
connappct · 2004
12013–2013
Labow v. Labow green
conn · 2002
12012–2012
Mcauley v. Southington Savings Bank green
conn · 2002
12012–2012
Labow v. Labow green
connappct · 2002
12012–2012
Baldwin v. Miles green
conn · 1890
12012–2012
Friends of Animals, Inc. v. United Illuminating Co. green
connappct · 2010
12012–2012
State v. Grant green
conn · 2008
12012–2012
State v. Smith green
conn · 2008
12011–2011
State v. Smith green
connappct · 2008
12011–2011
Howard v. MacDonald green
conn · 2004
12010–2010
Croce v. Gaynor neutral
connappct · 1986
12010–2010
State v. Aaron L. green
conn · 2005
12009–2009
Rollar Construction & Demolition, Inc. v. Granite Rock Associates, LLC green
connappct · 2006
12009–2009
In Re Ryan R. green
conn · 2007
12009–2009
State v. Pauling green
conn · 2007
12009–2009
In re Juvenile Appeal (83-CD) green
conn · 1983
12008–2008

Statutes the citing opinions construe

CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-32 (9) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 51-199 (8) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-61 (6) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-564 (5) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-119 (5) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-54a (5) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 45a-610 (4) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46b-129 (4) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-552a (4) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-181 (4) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46b-81 (3) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-102 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

TX 474 (1939–2026) CA 349 (1967–2026) PA 323 (1982–2026) TN 300 (1980–2026) IL 168 (1967–2026) MI 137 (1980–2026) KY 132 (1978–2026) WA 128 (1971–2026) GA 126 (1983–2026) VA 124 (1922–2025) OH 117 (1984–2026) NC 91 (1982–2026) CO 88 (1982–2026) MD 87 (1971–2026) NY 87 (1973–2026) SC 83 (1909–2026) NJ 82 (1975–2026) FL 76 (1963–2026) LA 64 (1977–2019) CT 64 (1975–2026) WV 59 (1982–2026) UT 48 (1981–2025) MN 47 (1973–2026) KS 46 (1993–2026) DC 45 (1970–2026) AZ 39 (1981–2025) WY 39 (1979–2026) AK 36 (1977–2025) MA 36 (1978–2025) MO 36 (1993–2025) IN 36 (1980–2026) DE 34 (1972–2026) OR 31 (1975–2024) ME 29 (1974–2023) NV 28 (1980–2025) IA 28 (1980–2025) NM 28 (1978–2023) WI 27 (1981–2025) HI 27 (1989–2026) SD 23 (1975–2026) VT 22 (1983–2021) ND 18 (1981–2023) NH 18 (1982–2024) OK 17 (1976–2024) AL 16 (1992–2017) MS 16 (1988–2026) ID 13 (1992–2022) AR 11 (1955–2024) NE 10 (1985–2023) MT 9 (1973–2022) RI 5 (1991–2026) VI 3 (2011–2015)

Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.

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