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Lauri Love backdoor forced-decryption case goes to court in UK

Sir Runcible Spoon

Re: Question

"Because in the US, you're innocent until proven guilty."

No. This sentence presumes guilt, but you are classed as innocent until they can prove your guilt.

The correct phrase is:

Innocent unless proven guilty.

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