in dubio pro reo

English

Phrase

in dubio pro reo

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

German

Etymology

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

Pronunciation

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

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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