Quote by George Bernard Shaw

Criminals do not die by the hands of the law. They die by the hands of other men.

Criminals do not die by the hands of the law. They die by th

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that the ultimate fate of criminals is often dependent on the actions of other individuals rather than solely determined by the legal system. It suggests that criminals may face their demise through acts of violence committed by those seeking justice or personal retribution. The quote challenges the notion of justice solely being dispensed through legal means, emphasizing the potential for vigilante justice or extrajudicial actions to determine the fate of criminals.

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Death Crime Punishment Justice Capital Punishment

By George Bernard Shaw

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