30 Thought-Provoking Law Quotes

Life by Cyrus

There are two kinds of laws – man-made and those made by nature or God. Out of the two, it is the former that has always been a source of great confusion and distress. Unfortunately, laws are not always made by wise and just people. Hence, they aren't always fairly meted out either. These law quotes provide some great food for thought.

Here is our selection of quotes about law:

  • 1

    Law is made by people in power.

  • 2

    It's very difficult to understand the law.

  • 3

    Protect innocent people from being punished by law.

  • 4

    Lawyers are not always on the side of truth.

  • 5

    Evil acts should not go unpunished.

  • 6

    Laws constrict the masses and favor the wealthy.

  • 7

    Humans are quick to react in judging others.

  • 8

    Law helps create order.

  • 9

    Men won't act civilized if it weren't for laws.

  • 10

    Law is of no use if justice is not meted out.

  • 11

    Imposing unfair laws isn't very different from inflicting violence.

  • 12

    Live life with a willingness for change.

  • 13

    Thinking about hurting others is just as ethically wrong as actually doing it.

  • 14

    It is ironic that killing during warfare is glorified and not punished.

  • 15

    Everyone can be an idiot without restrictions.

  • 16

    Laws cease to be applicable during a war.

  • 17

    Live life on your own terms but don't break the law.

  • 18

    During a war, winning is the only thing that matters.

  • 19

    We can resist man-made laws but not those that guide nature.

  • 20

    Laws are not always just.

  • 21

    Laws should keep people safe.

  • 22

    The law of karma entails that we all must pay for our actions.

  • 23

    Human behavior requires legal constraints.

  • 24

    Law enforcers should treat civilians with respect.

  • 25

    A good lawyer turns the worst injustice around.

  • 26

    Freedom of the press is necessary for keeping governments under check.

  • 27

    Lawyers are excellent at renegotiating sentences.

  • 28

    The lawyer stands for each side of a case.

  • 29

    Legal documents are meant to be complicated and incomprehensible.

  • 30

    Lawyers can twist the truth to any extent.

These law quotes show us the irony behind man-made laws. They aren't always made in favor of the common man. This explains why most people live in fear of the law despite leading ethical lives. Laws can also change abruptly. Every person should surely have a trusted legal advisor.