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Where the law is uncertain there is no law.

Where the law is uncertain there is no law.

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This quote suggests that a law loses its effectiveness and authority when it is ambiguous or unclear. When laws are not specific and leave room for interpretation, they become unpredictable and open to different interpretations. This uncertainty in the law creates confusion and fails to provide the stability and fairness that laws should uphold. The quote emphasizes the importance of having clear and well-defined laws in order to maintain order and ensure justice within a society.

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