?Which of the following is true of the presumption of innocence?

A. ?In criminal trials, the defendant is innocent until proven guilty.
B. ?The prosecutor bears the burden of proving the defendant is guilty as charged.
C. ?The defendant is not required to present any evidence to counter the state's accusations.
D. ?The defendant does not have to prove that he or she did not commit the offenses.
E. ?All of these choices are correct.


Answer: E

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