In both instances, a jury is asked to weigh the chances that the evidence correctly points to guilt against the possibility of inaccuracy or ambiguous inference. In both, the jury must use its experience with people and events in weighing the probabilities. If the jury is convinced beyond a reasonable doubt, we can require no more. If United States Attorneys throughout the nation adopted the White House's position that circumstantial evidence can't be reliable, worthwhile, or strong, criminal cases against murderers, bank robbers, perjurers, and those who obstruct justice would be unduly hampered. The implication of the White House statement regarding circumstantial evidence would jeopardize law enforcement throughout the nation.
Circumstantial evidence is reliable and is used to prosecute criminals every day in America.