Presumption of innocence

Kosovo

Kosovo - Constitution 2008 (2016) EN

''Chapter II: Fundamental Rights and Freedoms, Article 31: Right to Fair and Impartial Trial''

5.Everyone charged with a criminal offense is presumed innocent until proven guilty according to law.

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.