in dubio pro reo

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Phrase[edit]

in dubio pro reo

  1. (law) benefit of the doubt to the accused

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Etymology[edit]

Borrowed from Latin. Literally: “in case of doubt in favour of the accused”.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ɪn ˈdubioː pʁo ˈʁeoː/
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Phrase[edit]

in dubio pro reo

  1. (law) one is innocent until proven guilty; there is the benefit of the doubt
    Synonym: im Zweifel für den Angeklagten
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