Quote by Thomas Jefferson

It is more dangerous that even a guilty person should be punished without the forms of law than that he should escape.

It is more dangerous that even a guilty person should be pun

Summary

This quote suggests that it is worse to wrongfully punish someone without following proper legal procedures, even if they are guilty of a crime, than to let a guilty person go free. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring justice through lawful means and protecting innocent individuals from being punished for crimes they did not commit. By emphasizing the significance of following legal procedures, the quote highlights the potential dangers and injustices that arise when due process is compromised.

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Law Justice Danger Tyranny Prison Torture

By Thomas Jefferson

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