presumptions of innocence

A form of presumption of innocence — The precept that someone will not be convicted of a crime unless (the judge, prosecutor, officer) proves guilt beyond a reasonable doubt and is non liquet, with there being no present burden of proof duty subjected on the accused to prove innocence.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of presumption of innocence
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