What principle states that a person is considered innocent until proven guilty?

Legal Concepts in Australia

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10th Grade
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Hard

Benjamin Lowden
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Presumption of guilt
Presumption of innocence
Right to a fair trial
Right to legal representation
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the context of Australian law, what is the standard of proof required in a criminal trial?
Balance of probabilities
Beyond a reasonable doubt
Preponderance of evidence
Clear and convincing evidence
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes the right to legal representation in Australia?
Optional for all cases
Mandatory for criminal cases
Only available for civil cases
Not recognized under Australian law
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the presumption of innocence imply for the defense in a criminal trial?
The defense must prove the innocence of the defendant.
The defense does not need to prove anything; the burden is on the prosecution.
The defense must prove the guilt of the prosecution.
The defense must negotiate with the judge.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which legal document or principle ensures the right to legal representation in Australia?
The Australian Constitution
The Magna Carta
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
The Commonwealth Law
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens if the prosecution fails to meet the required standard of proof in a criminal case?
The defendant is automatically found guilty.
The case is dismissed.
The defendant is fined.
The case must be retried.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a direct consequence of the presumption of innocence?
The prosecution must disclose all evidence.
The defendant is treated as guilty until proven innocent.
Jurors must consider the defendant innocent during the trial.
Media should avoid declaring the defendant guilty before a verdict.
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