Case Quote by Robert B. Weide
“Ask any lawyer - if a prosecutor thinks he can win a case, he'll prosecute it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Documentary on Legal Ethics, 2018
Lawyers may pursue cases they believe they can win, regardless of justice.
In simple terms: Winning bias can skew prosecution.
Key Takeaway
Question motives behind legal actions.
Themes
law
ethics
justice
motivation
strategy
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
ethical
analytical
When to use this quote
- courtroom strategy
- policy reform
- law school debates
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
Prosecutorial discretion
confirmation bias
legal realism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure impartial prosecution?
- What safeguards exist against bias?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems aim to balance fairness.
