Asks Quote by Chuck Robb
“Normally a grand jury will indict a ham sandwich if a prosecutor asks it to.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the National Association of Attorneys General Conference, 1990
A grand jury can be swayed to indict trivial matters if pressured by prosecutors, highlighting potential overreach.
In simple terms: Prosecutors can force indictments on insignificant cases.
Key Takeaway
Beware of prosecutorial pressure.
Themes
justice
law
power
ethics
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
cautionary
political
When to use this quote
- courtroom decisions
- policy debates
- media commentary
Key Concepts
legal overreach
prosecutorial discretion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this affect public trust?
- What safeguards exist?
A Different Perspective
The system also protects against frivolous indictments.
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