not proven

/ ˈprəʊvən /

adjective

1. postpositive a third verdict available to Scottish courts, returned when there is evidence against the defendant but insufficient to convict

Example Sentences

But opponents say gene editing is still not proven to be safe and that they remain concerned about the implications for animal welfare.

From BBC

He insisted that the doctor and her patient had not proven how, precisely, the patient’s condition threatened her life.

From Salon

The government is going to press ahead with the abolition of the 'not proven' verdict, which has cross-party support.

From BBC

That would be presented as a counter balance to the abolition of not proven and recent changes on the rules on corroboration.

From BBC

An appellate court tossed those charges last year, ruling prosecutors had not proven an “overarching conspiracy” with corrupt college counselor Rick Singer, and Wilson has since embarked on a campaign to clear his family’s name.

From Los Angeles Times