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“Brennan writes, allowing for those exceptions violates the presumption of innocence twice:” quote by Radley Balko
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““Brennan writes, allowing for those exceptions violates the presumption of innocence twice:””

Radley Balko

About This Quote

Source Article: The Washington Post, “The Presumption of Innocence” by Radley Balko, 2015

Violating the presumption of innocence twice undermines legal fairness and erodes trust in justice.

In simple terms: Breaking fairness twice harms trust.

Key Takeaway

Uphold presumption of innocence.

Themes

justice fairness law

Mood

cautious critical

Type

legal analytical

When to use this quote

  • courtroom
  • policy debate
  • media commentary

Key Concepts

due process legal ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can safeguards be strengthened?
  • What are the risks of over‑correction?
A Different Perspective

Legal systems may still err despite safeguards.

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