BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT: Letters and Essays from the Famous and Infamous on the True Legal Definition of Guilt in America's Courtrooms

by Larry King

This phrase, heard countless times every day in American courtrooms across the country, sets forth the burden of proof placed upon the prosecution in a criminal trial. Yet this cherished principle is not mentioned in the Constitution, nor is it defined by any laws. What, then, does beyond a reasonable doubt really mean, and how should it be interpreted and applied? In Beyond a Reasonable Doubt more than 80 distinguished contributors reflect on what this standard really means and how it is applied. Brilliantly dissecting its meaning from every angle, attorneys, judges, novelists, journalists, religious and convicted felons shine a light on the most compelling standard in our legal system. The digital version of this title has been upgraded for a most pleasureable reading experience on all reading devices and features a fully linked table of contents

488 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 1, 2006

About the author

Larry King was an American television host, radio host, and paid spokesman, whose work was recognized with awards including two Peabodys, an Emmy award, and 10 Cable ACE Awards.

From 1985 to 2010, King hosted a nightly interview program on CNN called Larry King Live. From 2012 to 2020, he hosted Larry King Now.