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“Trial. A formal inquiry designed to prove and put upon record the blameless characters of judges, advocates and jurors.” quote by Ambrose Bierce
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“Trial. A formal inquiry designed to prove and put upon record the blameless characters of judges, advocates and jurors.”

Ambrose Bierce

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Source Essay: The Devil's Dictionary, 1906

A formal investigation aims to document the impeccable integrity of legal participants.

In simple terms: Legal inquiry seeks to record flawless conduct.

Key Takeaway

Document integrity meticulously.

Themes

justice integrity law

Mood

critical analytical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • court proceedings
  • legal audits
  • professional reviews

Key Concepts

ethical standards accountability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we ensure true impartiality?
  • What safeguards prevent record manipulation?
A Different Perspective

May overlook systemic biases.

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