mein Name ist Hase

Etymology
lit. 'my name is Hase', but often reinterpreted as “My name is hare”. because the underlying anecdote is not generally known. In 1854, Heidelberg student Victor von Hase gave his ID card to a fellow student, so the latter could flee to France; when the ID was later found, Hase was questioned by the university, and he replied: His categorical denial became popular.

Phrase

 * 1)  I know (of) nothing; I am not involved

Usage notes

 * Often used in the fuller form . Compare the original quote above.