Quote by Jean Racine

Small crimes always precedes great ones.

Small crimes always precedes great ones.

Summary

This quote suggests that small criminal acts or transgressions tend to pave the way for more significant and serious offenses. It implies that individuals who engage in minor misdemeanors or illegal activities may gradually become more comfortable with breaching larger rules or engaging in major acts of wrongdoing. It highlights the concept of a slippery slope, where individuals initially committing small crimes are more likely to progress towards committing more severe crimes over time. In essence, the quote implies a correlation between the magnitude of unlawful acts and the progression from small to significant offenses.

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Crime

By Jean Racine

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