Washington · Revised Code of Washington — Title 9A, Criminal Code

RCW Title 9A § 9A.04.100: Proof beyond a reasonable doubt

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What this law says, in plain English

This statute establishes the legal standard that defendants are presumed innocent and may only be convicted if guilt is proven beyond a reasonable doubt for each element of the crime.

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