Command Quote by Carmen Ortiz
“Stealing is stealing, whether you use a computer command or a crowbar, and whether you take documents, data or dollars.”
About This Quote
The method of theft is irrelevant; any unauthorized taking of property—digital or physical—constitutes the same moral and legal violation.
In simple terms: All theft is theft, regardless of means.
Key Takeaway
Method doesn’t change the act’s wrongness.
Themes
ethics
law
property rights
digital security
Mood
firm
principled
Type
statement
ethical
When to use this quote
- cybersecurity policy
- legal education
- corporate compliance
Key Concepts
unauthorized access
moral equivalence
Practical Applications
- drafting anti‑theft statutes
- training staff on data protection
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we address emerging theft techniques legally?
- What ethical frameworks support this view?
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