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Burden of Proof

Burden of proof standards in Georgia divorce and family law cases.

August 26, 2026

Burden of Proof in a Georgia Divorce

In a Georgia divorce the burden of proof sits with the spouse asserting a claim, and simply opposing that claim does not shift it to the other side.

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August 26, 2026

Clear and Convincing Proof in Family Law

Some Georgia family law decisions require clear and convincing evidence, a standard above a preponderance but below proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

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August 26, 2026

The Preponderance Standard in a Divorce

Almost every question in a Georgia divorce is decided by a preponderance of the evidence, which means the superior weight of it and nothing more.

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