释义 |
`1`presumption of innocence`2` "LAW.COM Dictionary":
n. a fundamental protection for a person accused of a crime, which requires the prosecution to prove its case against the defendant beyond a reasonable doubt. This is opposite from the criminal law in many countries, where the accused is considered guilty until he/ she proves his/her innocence or the government completely fails to prove its case.
See also: beyond a reasonable doubt presumption |