Quote by William Mcilvanney

Who thinks the law has anything to do with justice? It's what we have because we can't have justice.

Who thinks the law has anything to do with justice? It's wha

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This quote suggests that the law and justice are not necessarily synonymous. It implies that the existence of laws is a result of the imperfect nature of achieving true justice. The quote criticizes a perception that the law ensures justice, arguing that the two concepts may not align perfectly. It suggests that while the law serves a purpose to maintain order and resolve disputes, it may fall short in delivering absolute justice.

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