Presumption of innocence

Central African Republic

Central African Republic - Constitution 2004 (2016) EN

Title 1 Of the Fundamental Bases of Society

Article 4

Every defendant is presumed innocent until their culpability has been established following a procedure offering to them the guarantees indisputable for their defense.

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.