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Presumption of innocence
Meaning and relationship to your legal situation.
What it means
The right not to be convicted without lawful and sufficient prosecution evidence obtained and assessed with safeguards. The prosecution must prove the facts and the participation alleged.
Legal reference
Spanish Constitution · art. 24
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