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Originally Posted by Mutt
So if I was on the jury would my opinion that Zimmerman's account *could* be true be 'reasonable doubt' which would compel me to find him not guilty on any charges? Or do I have to believe Zimmerman's account is the truth beyond a reasonable doubt?
I'd have no problem convicting him of manslaughter UNLESS the judge instructed me that my doubt that Zimmerman might be lying about Martin going for the gun doesn't mean I still don't have reasonable doubt which means I should vote to acquit.
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GZ does not have to prove anything to you; he is presumed to be innocent unless the state has convinced you beyond a reasonable doubt that he did it and that he was not in fear of his life at any point in the confrontation.