Every person is presumed innocent until proved guilty. No person shall be convicted of a crime unless each element of such crime is proved beyond a reasonable doubt.
History. Code 1933, § 26-501, enacted by Ga. L. 1968, p. 1249, § 1.
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For comment on Rehak v. Mathis, 239 Ga. 541 , 238 S.E.2d 81 (1977), see 12 Ga. L. Rev. 361 (1978).
Structure Georgia Code
Title 16 - Crimes and Offenses
Chapter 1 - General Provisions
§ 16-1-5. Presumption of Innocence; Standard of Proof for Conviction
§ 16-1-6. Conviction for Lesser Included Offenses
§ 16-1-7. Multiple Prosecutions for Same Conduct
§ 16-1-8. When Prosecution Barred by Former Prosecution
§ 16-1-9. Application of Title to Crimes Committed Prior to Enactment
§ 16-1-10. Punishment for Crimes for Which Punishment Not Otherwise Provided
§ 16-1-11. Effect of Repeal or Amendment of Criminal Law on Prosecution of Prior Violations