At least, I don't think they are. I'd be willing to bet a bunch of money that the first 'hypothetical' has occurred, is occurring and will continue to do so due to the "catch and release" policies. Joe is not stupid...

Policy makers sometimes let their idealism or urge to please get in the way of their common sense.

For the second, I don't doubt it'll get that bad in some courts.

For the last, mostly true, I think but there are a few of questionable status who are the cause a lot of friction due to trials by media, adverse publicity and / or some curious actions by DoJ -- most caused, I'm sure by some Intel Agency worried about releasing too much info in an Unclas forum.

However, I think I totally understand your logic and agree...