VCE Legal Studies AOS 2 Presumption of innocence

Question 1

Presumption of innocence

Answer 1

presumption of
innocence
the right of a person
accused of a crime
to be presumed not
guilty unless proven
otherwise

Question 2

who is the burden of proof in a criminal case

Answer 2

The burden of proof in a criminal case is on the prosecution this means the prosecution must
present evidence to the court to prove the guilt of the accused, rather than the accused being
required to prove their innocence.

Question 3

bail

Answer 3

The release of an
accused person from
custody on condition
that they will attend a
court hearing to answer
the charges