Delores is suing the CEO of a corporation in a civil suit for securities fraud, which she claims he committed in the initial public offering of his company's stock. What is the burden of proof Delores must meet to prove securities fraud

clear and convincing evidence

Explanation:

In a civil suit such as this one the plaintiff has the burden of proof and must provide clear and convincing evidence to prove securities fraud. Such evidence must have a clear and present connection to the case itself and point clearly to the plaintiff's favor in order to convince either the judge or half of the jury depending on how big the case gets.