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How would our legal system be different if an accused person had to prove his or her innocence instead of the government having to prove the person's guilt?
I don't believe the Legal system would be a whole lot different at all because even though it is said that a person is innocent until proven guilty, the media and internet these days convict people before a trial. Either way, the Defense team has always had the job of rebutting the prosecutions theory and proving the accused innocent.Added; The question actually describes the French system of justice (Napoleanic Code) which seems to work just fine for them. However, the first contributor is INCORRECT in stating that the accused must prove themselves innocent. In the US the defendant is ALWAYS presumed innocent and it is the PROSECUTIONS's job to prove them guilty, not the other way around.
When the accused states whether they are guilty or not guilty?
When the accused states that they are guilty, they are admitting to committing the crime they have been charged with. If they plead not guilty, it means they are denying the charges against them and the case will proceed to trial where the prosecution will have to prove their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
How did Thomas McKay prove Louis riel guilty?
Thomas McKay did not prove Louis Riel guilty. Louis Riel was found guilty of treason by a jury for leading the North-West Rebellion in Canada in 1885. McKay was not involved in proving Riel's guilt; instead, the trial was presided over by a judge and jury.
How many element in an abuse of power tort?
An abuse of power tort involves elements such as the existence of a legal duty owed by the defendant to the plaintiff, a breach of that duty through the abuse of power, and resulting harm or damages suffered by the plaintiff as a direct consequence of the abuse of power. Additionally, the plaintiff must prove that the abuse of power was a substantial factor in causing their harm.
What should i do if im being accused of stealing me of stealing my ex's tv when i didnt do it?
(in the US) You don't have to prove the you're innocent, they must prove you guilty. Unfortunately you might have to answer the charges and defend yourself against them. However, if law enforcement does not/can not develop probable cause, the case may never even get off the ground.
Do you have to prove you are innocent or does the state of Florida have to prove you are guilty?
Yes.
Did Michael Jackson try to prove himself innocent?
Yes and he was found not guilty of all charges.
What is not-guilty?
It means that either the jury (or judge) found you not to be guilty of the offense for which you were arrested - or - the prosecution failed to prove its case against you. Not guilty does NOT mean the same as being found innocent!
British juries that you were guilty until proven innocent?
I believe that you might be thinking of the French system of justice. There, you are considered guilty until you can prove yourself innocent. In English jurisprudence it is the opposite way around - innocent until proven guilty.That is correct but the answer that you are looking for is the 'admiralty courts'
Can an abuser have wittness to testify against the victim to prove the abusers not guilty?
Certainly. In this country people are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
Is there any way to prove to someone your innocent?
That would be referred to as an ALIBI, and you would approach the accused's attorney as to how to offer your assistance in their case.
What happens if the police cant prove you're guilty and they can't prove your written statement is true?
If the police and the prosecuting attorney can't prove you are guilty the case gets thrown out, innocent until proven guilty. As far as your written statement, you would have to explain some reason why you would lie (you were coerced by the police, drunk, someone paid you)
What can you do about false simple assault on a minor charges brought against you?
If your defense is that they are false you will have to counter their charges and testimony. Remember, under our system of law, you don't have to prove that you are innocent, they have to prove that you are guilty.
What is the Meaning of presumed innocent until proved guilty?
Until they have all the evidence to prove you have committed the crime you can not be charged for it
What is the legal system like in guilty until proven innocent countries?
In countries where the legal system operates on a "guilty until proven innocent" basis, individuals are presumed guilty of a crime until they can prove their innocence. This can result in a heavier burden on the accused to demonstrate their innocence, potentially leading to unfair treatment and wrongful convictions.
Does Queen's University in Ontario have a good Law program?
yeah i went there myself now im a good lawyer i prove innocent people guilty
At a criminal trial the burden of proof is on an accused person to prove his or her innocence.?
Actually the answer is false. The burden of proof is on the prosecution. "Innocent until proven guilty".
