Justice Quote by Legal Maxim
“Justice is better when it prevents rather than punishes with severity”
About This Quote
Source Legal Doctrine: Criminal Law Principles, 19th century
Laws that stop harm before it occurs are more humane than harsh punishments after the fact.
In simple terms: Prevention is better than severe punishment.
Focus on preventing wrongdoing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public safety policies
- education programs
- community policing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance prevention and punishment?
- What are limits of preventive law?
Prevention can be costly and imperfect.