What is the result if an "insufficient evidence" motion is successful?

When an "insufficient evidence" motion is successful, it means that the court has found there is inadequate evidence to support a conviction. This typically arises when the prosecution has not provided enough proof to meet the burden of evidence required for a guilty verdict.

As a result, when the motion is granted, the appropriate outcome for the accused is acquittal. An acquittal signifies that the accused is not found guilty of the charge due to a failure of the prosecution to meet its burden. This decision protects the rights of the accused by ensuring that no one can be convicted without sufficient evidence to support the allegations against them.

Other options like dismissal of the trial or dropping of charges may occur under different circumstances or for different procedural reasons, but acquittal specifically addresses the situation where the evidence presented does not substantiate a guilty verdict.