Principle

CRIMINAL LAW – Proof of offences – Standard and burden of proof

Area of law: CRIMINAL LAW
Court: Supreme Court

Convictions must be based on evidence of what the accused did, not speculation. The principle applies to all criminal trials. The court cannot infer guilt from what the accused should have done. The rule protects against wrongful conviction. The prosecution must prove actual conduct. The…

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