The Crown is not required to prove an accused is guilty to a mathematical certainty. This standard of proof is much higher than for a civil trial which requires mere proof to a balance of probability.

In other words, a person charged with any type of crime in Canada is presumed to be innocent unless and until the Crown is able to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that they are guilty. The accused person is considered innocent until proven guilty. An accused person does not have to prove anything. It must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused person is guilty. In a Canadian criminal case such as sexual assault, the Crown has the burden of proof. Browse or search our videos today to prepare yourself for what lies ahead. Podcast Our video library offers an easy way to begin understanding the criminal justice system, ways to answer charges, and the potential consequences of a conviction.Videos Our video library offers an easy way to begin understanding the criminal justice system, ways to answer charges, and the potential consequences of a conviction.Learn more about the charges against you in our free online library. Library Our library articles were carefully curated to provide helpful information for criminal defendants and first-time offenders after an arrest.Read through our collection of news articles for the latest updates on drunk or impaired driving, sexual assault, domestic assault, theft, fraud, drug offences, and other crimes. News The coverage and conclusions of other criminal cases may help you understand the full effects of the charges against you.

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