Which of the Following Is True of the Presumption of Innocence

question 138

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the presumption of innocence?

• A) In criminal trials, the defendant is innocent until proven guilty.
• B) The prosecutor bears the burden of proving the defendant is guilty as charged.
• C) The defendant is not required to present any evidence to counter the state's accusations.
• D) The defendant does not have to prove that he or she did not commit the offenses.
• E) All of these choices are correct.

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