Criminal justice Quote by Michael Wright
“All we want is justice for John Crawford and everyone responsible for John Crawford's death should be held responsible, the criminal justice system refused to hold those accountable so the civil system must.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public statement on criminal justice reform, 2023
Calls for accountability when criminal courts fail, urging civil courts to act.
In simple terms: Seek justice through civil courts when criminal system fails.
Pursue accountability via civil litigation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family members seeking closure
- activists demanding reform
- lawyers filing civil suits
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can civil actions complement criminal prosecutions?
- What safeguards ensure fairness in civil claims?
Civil courts may lack resources or jurisdiction to fully address criminal wrongdoing.