Ambiguities Quote by Raymond Kethledge
“In my view, statutory ambiguities are less like dandelions on an unmowed lawn than they are like manufacturing defects in a modern automobile: they happen, but they are pretty rare, given the number of parts involved.”
About This Quote
Source Court Opinion: United States v. Auto Parts, 2020
Statutory ambiguities are rare, like isolated car defects, despite many parts, so they shouldn't dominate legal focus.
In simple terms: Legal ambiguities are uncommon.
Key Takeaway
Focus on clear statutes, not rare exceptions.
Themes
law
interpretation
precision
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
juridical
practical
When to use this quote
- contract drafting
- regulatory compliance
- litigation strategy
- policy making
Key Concepts
statutory construction
risk assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle unclear regulations?
- When should you prioritize rare edge cases?
A Different Perspective
Rare ambiguities can still cause significant disputes when they arise.
