Presumption of innocence

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

The Saint Vincent Constitution Order 1979

CHAPTER 1
PROTECTION OF FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS

Provisions to secure protection of law

8. (2) Every person who is charged with a criminal offence -

a. shall be presumed to be innocent until he is proved or has pleaded guilty ;

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.