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The Accused is Innocent Until Proven Guilty

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The Accused is Innocent Until Proven Guilty

If the court suspects the defendant, it must wipe out his acquittal. In a case where the evidence presented lacks any incriminating evidence against the accused, the court typically favors the defendant due to the principle of “innocent until proven guilty.”

In such instances, the court may lean towards acquitting the defendant, as there isn’t sufficient evidence to establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. This underscores the importance of a thorough investigation and the presentation of compelling evidence by the prosecution to secure a conviction.

It also highlights the significance of adhering to procedural fairness and the presumption of innocence in the judicial process. Ultimately, if there’s no substantial evidence implicating the defendant, the court is inclined to rule in favor of acquittal, thus ensuring justice and protecting the accused’s rights.

The court’s judgment meticulously determined that it was ample to ground the acquittal on prevailing doubts regarding the evidence, thereby favoring the accused amidst uncertainty. Remarkably, the court found no necessity to individually acquit on each charge, as it found addressing doubts in a succinct sentence to be satisfactory.

Throughout its proceedings, the court diligently scrutinized the intricacies of the case, meticulously examining the circumstances and evidence presented. This exhaustive analysis revealed a delicate equilibrium between the prosecution’s assertions and the defense’s refutations.

The court’s comprehensive review ultimately led to the conclusion that the evidence effectively rebutted the accused’s defense or raised significant doubts concerning the elements of the indictment. This scrutiny highlights the court’s commitment to fairness and justice.

It’s worth emphasizing the thoroughness with which the evidence was evaluated, reinforcing the integrity of the judicial process. In light of these considerations, the court emphatically dismissed the argument that the evidence shouldn’t have been addressed before the Court of Cassation.

This assertion underscores the court’s confidence in its findings and reaffirms its commitment to upholding the principles of justice.

 

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Amal Khamis | Amal Khamis Advocates & Legal Consultants

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