Ass Quote by Charles Dickens
“The law is an ass, an idiot.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Pickwick Papers, 1836
A critique of legal systems that are ineffective and foolish.
In simple terms: Law can be foolish.
Key Takeaway
Question legal fairness.
Themes
justice
law
critique
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
satirical
commentary
When to use this quote
- courtroom
- legislation
- public policy
Key Concepts
legal absurdity
bureaucracy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can law be improved?
- What are the consequences of a broken legal system?
A Different Perspective
Legal reform is slow and complex.
