Accounts Quote by Angela Merkel
“Information obtained under dubious circumstances cannot play a role in legal proceedings in a constitutional state. But everything that's available must be taken into account in threat prevention.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Conference on legal standards, date unknown
Evidence gathered illegally cannot be used in court, but all information must be considered for security threats.
In simple terms: Illegal evidence is barred in court, yet useful for safety.
Key Takeaway
Separate legal admissibility from security analysis.
Themes
law
security
evidence
ethics
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
policy
legal
When to use this quote
- courtrooms
- law enforcement
- policy making
- risk management
Key Concepts
Constitutional law
threat assessment
privacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards protect privacy while ensuring safety?
- How to weigh illegal evidence in threat prevention?
A Different Perspective
Balancing civil liberties with security needs is complex.
