Crime Quote by Owsley Stanley
“Was I a criminal? No. I was a good member of society. Only my society and the one making the laws are different.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Counterculture Conference, 1970, discussing law and society
He claims his actions were lawful in his community, but the laws differed elsewhere, highlighting relativism.
In simple terms: Legal norms vary by society.
Question the fairness of differing legal systems.
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When to use this quote
- international travel
- immigration
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Are all laws equally moral?
- How should societies reconcile conflicting legal standards?
Legal relativism can excuse harmful behavior.