Presumption of innocence

Congo, Republic of the

Congo Rep - Constitution 2002 (2015) EN

Title 2 Of the Fundamental Rights and Freedoms

Sub-Title 1 Of the Rights and Freedoms

Article 9

Any accused is presumed innocent until his culpability has been established following a just and equitable process guaranteeing the rights of 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.