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proof of innocence
[/pruːf əv ˈɪnəsəns/]
noun
pl: proofs of innocence
prova de inocência
1.
Evidence or documentation that demonstrates a person is not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing
The defendant presented proof of innocence by showing he was out of the country when the crime occurred.
O réu apresentou prova de inocência ao demonstrar que estava fora do país quando o crime foi cometido.
2.
Legal evidence or testimony that exonerates someone from blame or accusation
DNA evidence served as proof of innocence for the wrongfully convicted prisoner.
A evidência de DNA serviu como prova de inocência para o prisioneiro condenado injustamente.
Synonyms
exonerating evidence
evidence of innocence
exoneration
vindication
clearance
Antonyms
proof of guilt
evidence of guilt
incriminating evidence
condemning evidence
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
prova de inocência
Standard legal terminology used in courts
São Paulo
prova de inocência
Common in legal contexts and criminal law discussions
Portugal
prova de inocência
Used in Portuguese legal system and judicial proceedings
Related Idioms & Phrases
beyond a shadow of a doubt
clear one's name
prove one's innocence
the burden of proof lies with the prosecution
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