Lesson 02

• Presumption of Innocence

  A guarantee/common law right

  If accused of a crime, they will be treated, as far as possible, as innocent until the charge has been proved beyond reasonable doubt.
• How is POI upheld?

  Burdern of proof

  System of bail

  Right to silence

  Police must reasonably believe a person has commited a crime before the arrest.
• How is POI upheld (cont.)?

  Prosecutions must prove there is enough evidence to support conviction

  Prior convictions cannot be revealed

  Offender has right to appeal a wrongful conviction

  Right to legal representation in court