Administrative Quote by Benjamin Cardozo
“It is for ordinary minds, not for psychoanalysts, that our rules of evidence are framed. They have their source very often in considerations of administrative convenience, or practical expediency, and not in rules of logic.”
About This Quote
Legal evidence rules often prioritize administrative convenience over logical rigor, serving ordinary people rather than specialists.
In simple terms: Evidence rules favor practicality over strict logic.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for clearer, logical standards.
Themes
law
pragmatism
justice
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
legal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- courtroom procedures
- policy drafting
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
evidence law
administrative law
Questions to Reflect On
- Should evidence standards be more logical?
- How does convenience affect fairness?
A Different Perspective
Convenient rules may overlook nuanced truths.
