In the Halls of Justice, the only justice is in the halls
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Justice is found within the legal system itself, not necessarily in the outcomes or fairness perceived by the public.
- In plain terms
- Justice exists only in the legal process.
- What can you take from it?
- The system defines justice.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where is true justice?
- Is the system enough?
Another view
It may cynically dismiss genuine efforts at fairness.
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