innocence

The presumption of innocence is a cornerstone of the American legal system and a right that should not be taken for granted.

Innocent People Convicted of Horrible Crimes. Top Story - September 2017.
"I'm innocent, I swear!" It's a cry that many people behind bars have said, especially during their trials. However, as much as the US legal system is supposed to work on the basis of "innocent until proven guilty," many people who are actually on trial realize that it's more of a "guilty until proven innocent" ordeal.
By Lindsie Polhemus8 years ago in Criminal