Hoffman v. Yoe

It seems to me that the pivotal question in this case is as to the object and purpose of the law in authorizing investigations of this character. What is the nature of the proceeding ? If it is of a cxfimin'al nature, as assumed in the foregoing *417opinion, the judgment of this court is correct. Is the primary object of the law the punishment of an officer, or to maintain the integrity, usefulness and standing of the charitable, educational and penal institutions Of the state ? If this is a criminal proceeding, the law must be strictly followed; nothing can be taken by implication, and all…