Acting Quote by Lynne Stewart
“I would never defend a cop - though I did on a few private cases, when cops were acting not as cops but as private citizens.”
About This Quote
She distinguishes between police acting in official capacity and individuals acting as private citizens, defending the latter.
In simple terms: Distinguish official police from private actions.
Key Takeaway
Judge actions, not titles.
Themes
law
ethics
justice
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
legal
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal defense
- private investigations
- civil rights
- accountability
Key Concepts
authority
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you consider authority overruled by personal conduct?
- How should the law treat officials acting as private individuals?
A Different Perspective
Police power can be misused even in private guise.
