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The Legal Principles Behind the Presumption of Innocence

Quick fact

In most legal systems, a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty, meaning the prosecution must convince the court of their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt—not the defendant having to prove innocence.

Why this is interesting

Have you ever been accused of something you didn’t do? Imagine if the entire world treated you as guilty until you somehow proved you were innocent.