Laws Quote by Jeremy Bentham
““Where the penal provision, though established, is not conveyed to the notice of the person on whom it seems intended that it should operate. Such is the case where the law has omitted to employ any of the expedients which are necessary, to make sure that every person whatsoever, who is within the reach of the law, be apprised of all the cases whatsoever, in which (being in the station of life he is in) he can be subjected to the penalties of the law.””
About This Quote
Bentham critiques laws that fail to inform people of penalties, arguing that ignorance undermines fairness.
In simple terms: Laws must clearly inform everyone of penalties to be fair.
Key Takeaway
Ensure laws are transparent and communicated.
Themes
legal fairness
transparency
justice
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
legal
When to use this quote
- legislation drafting
- public notices
- education campaigns
Key Concepts
rule of law
due process
Questions to Reflect On
- How can legal language be made accessible?
- What mechanisms ensure public awareness?
A Different Perspective
Complex laws may be hard to simplify for all audiences.
