Jury Box Quote by Mark Twain
““I desire to tamper with the jury law. I wish to alter it as to put a premium on intelligence and character, and close the jury box against idiots, blacklegs, and people who do not read newspapers.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Jury Law”, 1885
He suggests reforming juries to prioritize intelligence and character, excluding uninformed or biased participants.
In simple terms: Prefer intelligent, characterful jurors over uninformed ones.
Advocate for juror qualification reforms.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- court trials
- legal education
- jury vetting processes
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria best assess juror competence?
- How to balance expertise with representativeness?
Implementing qualifications may limit jury pool diversity.