John 3:2 shows Nicodemus earlier acknowledging Jesus as from God — here he publicly defends him, consistent with that faith.

Deuteronomy 1:17 commands impartial hearing of all—Nicodemus appeals to this very principle of due process.

Proverbs 18:13 says answering before hearing is folly—Nicodemus directly applies this wisdom against judging Jesus unheeded.

Exodus 23:2 warns against following the crowd to pervert justice—Nicodemus stands against the Sanhedrin's rush to condemn.

1 Samuel 20:32 has Jonathan defending David to Saul—Nicodemus similarly defends Jesus before the authorities.

Proverbs 31:8 commands speaking for the mute — Nicodemus obeys by defending Jesus, who is being condemned without a hearing.

Acts 23:3 has Paul protest being struck contrary to the law — both insist on due process before judgment.

Acts 25:16 states Roman custom of hearing the accused face to face — exactly the due process Nicodemus argues for here.

Deuteronomy 19:15-19 requires witnesses before judgment—Nicodemus argues that Jesus should be heard first.

Deuteronomy 17:4 requires diligent inquiry before executing judgment—Nicodemus demands the same for Jesus.

Deuteronomy 17:8-11 outlines judicial procedure for difficult cases—Nicodemus invokes the same need for careful inquiry.

Zechariah 7:9 calls for true judgments — Nicodemus appeals to the same principle of fair hearing and mercy.

Acts 25:27 finds it unreasonable to send a prisoner without charges — Nicodemus argues it's unjust to condemn without a hearing.