Presumption of innocence

Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

Afghanistan - Constitution (EN) 2004

Chapter Two : Fundamental Rights and Duties of Citizens

Article Twenty-Five

Innocence is the original state. The accused shall be innocent until proven guilty by the order of an authoritative court.

Rome Statute

Article 66 Presumption of innocence

1. Everyone shall be presumed innocent until proved guilty before the Court in accordance with the applicable law.

2. The onus is on the Prosecutor to prove the guilt of the accused.

3. In order to convict the accused, the Court must be convinced of the guilt of the accused beyond reasonable doubt.