Constitution Quote by Jean de la Bruyere
“The duty of a judge is to administer justice, but his practice is to delay it”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Les Caractères, 1688
A judge should uphold justice, yet the legal process often postpones it, undermining fairness.
In simple terms: Judges should act promptly, not stall justice.
Key Takeaway
Demand timely legal proceedings.
Themes
justice
law
ethics
Mood
frustrated
critical
Type
legal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- court trials
- civil lawsuits
- policy reform
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
Due process
judicial responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can courts balance thoroughness with speed?
- What reforms could reduce unnecessary delays?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems can be slow due to procedural safeguards.
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