What is the standard of proof required for an allegation of sexual assault to be successful?
MultiRegion, United States of America
The following excerpt is from Trujillo v. Nofsinger, No. 2:16-cv-1456 DB P (E.D. Cal. 2018):
Additionally, "some evidence" must support the decision of the hearing officer. Superintendent v. Hill, 472 U.S. 445, 455 (1985). The standard is not particularly stringent and the relevant inquiry is whether "there is any evidence in the record that could support the conclusion reached." Id. at 455-56.
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