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advent
Dec 1, 2007, 11:55 AM
EVIDENCE LAW: hi I wanted to know the circumstances in which the defendant may have to prove his innocence in a criminal case? Is there any protection for the accused under the human right act article 6? Thank you for answering the question. Very much appreciated.

JudyKayTee
Dec 1, 2007, 12:39 PM
EVIDENCE LAW: hi i wanted to know the circumstances in which the defendant may have to prove his innocence in a criminal case? is there any protection for the accused under the human right act article 6? thank you for answering the question. very much appreciated.


In theory you don't ever prove your innocence - the prosecutors prove your guilt.

Are you in the UK?