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Presumption of innocence

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CRC Article = 40(2)(b)(i)
Note:
The right of the accused child to be presumed innocent until proven guilty according to law is set forth in Article 40(2)(b)(i) of the CRC.

See also:
Accused children   Administration of Juvenile Justice   Due process   Fair trial   Self-incriminating evidence