Government and the law in Australia
In Australia, how is a person accused of a crime treated by the law?
- ✓They are presumed innocent until proven guilty
- ○They must prove their own innocence to the court
- ○They are presumed guilty until they can pay bail
Correct answer
They are presumed innocent until proven guilty
Presumption of innocence is a fundamental principle of Australian law. The burden of proof lies with the prosecution, not the accused.
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