[Gillespie and Tibbs try to go into Sheriff Thompson's office only to realize it's locked.] Sir?
Where's the key to this door?
Sir, I'm not sure I should...
Don't argue with me. Give me the key.
I can't go against the sheriff's orders.
Now, listen! There have been crimes committed in this jail. You want to be part of them? 'Cause I'm gonna tell you, boy. I'll put you up on charges of obstructing justice, criminal conspiracy and felonious ASSAULT... TO BEGIN! NOW GIVE ME THE KEY!
[the desk deputy hands Gillespie the office key and he, along with Tibbs, heads into Thompson's office.]
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