Principle

EVIDENCE LAW — Circumstantial Evidence — Two Possible Interpretations — Interpretation Favourable to Accused Must Prevail

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

If circumstantial evidence equally supports guilt and innocence, the prosecution has failed to prove beyond reasonable doubt. The interpretation favourable to the accused must prevail. The principle applies to criminal evidence. The rule embodies the benefit of doubt in circumstantial evidence cases. The prosecution must…

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