Excess Quote by Laurence Tribe
“An excess of law inescapably weakens the rule of law.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Rule of Law and the Constitution” by Laurence Tribe, 2008
Too many statutes erode the fundamental principle that law should be fair and predictable.
In simple terms: Excessive law weakens fairness.
Key Takeaway
Limit new lawmaking.
Themes
law
governance
rights
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
critical
legal
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- policy analysis
- judicial review
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
constitutionalism
legal overload
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance necessary regulation with legal clarity?
- What mechanisms protect the rule of law from over‑legislation?
A Different Perspective
More law can create confusion and reduce compliance.
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