The “American presumption of innocence” as framed by Davis requires testimony from the accuser that rises to a legal standard of clear and convincing evidence, in a quasi-criminal proceeding.

The presumption of innocence is fundamental to a fair trial. Even so, the presumption does not mean a person who is charged with a crime will remain out of jail until the trial has concluded.

Facts don’t matter. Police are guilty until proven innocent — or even if proven innocent. The Black Lives Matter crusade, born after Florida vigilante George ...

The presumption of innocence is not only a human right, recognized by the United Nations, but has also become a fundamental principle of our justice system, decided through the U.S.

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Letters to the Editor: The presumption of innocence isn’t an excuse for no-cash bail An inmate of Los Angeles County Men’s Central Jail in 2019.

There is no process publicly anymore, no presumption of innocence, no patience to wait before turning to a game of one-upmanship: Who can best phrase their conclusions in 280 characters?

Alexandra Shapiro has written a compelling narrative for reform and restoration of the heralded presumption of innocence, as an operative principle of law, not just a remotely admired adage.

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Your readers may disagree about the substance of the allegations against Boston City Councilor Ricardo Arroyo but we should all recognize the damage done to our society and polity when we reject ...

The presumption of innocence is inextricably tied to the right to bail. The right to be free, before legal guilt has been established, is an essential check on the government’s power to punish ...