PRESUMPTION OF INNOSENCE

 

presumption of innocence

Definition from Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary

One of the most sacred principles in the American criminal justice system, holding that a defendant is innocent until proven guilty. In other words, the prosecution must prove, beyond a reasonable doubt, each essential element of the crime charged.

Definition provided by Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary.

 

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