Re: some U.S. observations and notes

From: Jacques Du Pasquier (jacques@dtext.com)
Date: Sat Dec 22 2001 - 11:08:28 MST


Robert J. Bradbury a écrit (22.12.2001/08:10) :
> > "presumption of innocence"? (I hope this is the right term)
>
> The term is correct. However, I do not believe that it applies to
> non-citizens of the U.S. In contrast, I believe in the French legal
> system one is guilty until proven innocent (someone correct me if
> this is wrong).

I didn't follow the conversation but if intended generally in
unlimited context then I correct you, this is of course wrong. I doubt
that "presumption of culpability" explicitely exists in ANY legal
system, as it is obviously unfair !

Jacques



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