Crime-solving Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
““All my instincts are one way, and all the facts are the other, and I much fear that British juries have not yet attained that pitch of intelligence when they will give the preference to my theories over Lestrade's facts.””
About This Quote
Source Story: Sherlock Holmes, A Study in Scarlet, 1887
The speaker doubts juries’ ability to prioritize facts over persuasive theories, fearing bias toward clever arguments.
In simple terms: Jurors may favor theories over facts.
Key Takeaway
Beware bias in decision making.
Themes
justice
bias
reasoning
Mood
skeptical
concerned
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- court trials
- jury deliberations
- policy debates
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
legal reasoning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure decisions are evidence‑based?
- What safeguards protect against persuasive bias?
A Different Perspective
Juries can be swayed by rhetoric despite evidence.
