Absence Quote by Tony Abbott
“In drawing an inference or conclusion from facts proved, regard must always be had to the nature of the particular case, and the facility that appears to be afforded, either of explanation or contradiction. No person is to be required to explain or contradict, until enough has been proved to warrant a reasonable and just conclusion against him, in the absence of explanation or contradiction.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Australian Parliament, 2014
Legal reasoning must consider case specifics and only demand explanations when evidence justifies them.
In simple terms: Only demand explanations when facts support them.
Key Takeaway
Assess evidence before assigning blame.
Themes
law
justice
evidence
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
legal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- court cases
- workplace disputes
- academic research
Key Concepts
due process
burden of proof
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure evidence is sufficient?
- What safeguards prevent bias?
A Different Perspective
Evidence may be ambiguous, leading to wrongful conclusions.
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