Quote by Herbert Spencer

A jury is composed of twelve men of average ignorance.

A jury is composed of twelve men of average ignorance.

Summary

This quote suggests that a jury consists of individuals who may not possess extraordinary knowledge or expertise in a particular field or subject matter. The term "average ignorance" implies that jurors are not exceptionally well-informed or highly educated. Instead, they represent the general population with varying levels of understanding and awareness. The quote highlights the reality that juries are not comprised of experts but rather ordinary citizens who are entrusted with the responsibility of making decisions based on the evidence and information presented to them during legal proceedings.

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By Herbert Spencer

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