EVIDENCE LAW — Burden of Proof — Confessional Statements — Allegation of Involuntariness — Evidential Burden on Accused

While the prosecution bears the legal burden of proving voluntariness beyond reasonable doubt, the evidential burden may shift to the accused if they allege specific facts of irregularity within their knowledge. The accused must adduce evidence supporting their allegation (e.g., threats, inducements). The principle is…