Inequality before the law
- Inequitable administration of justice
- Denial of right to equal protection by the law
- Prejudicial treatment in the administration of justice
- Biased legal systems
Nature
Unequal access to legal advice, representation and other legal facilities, which may or may not be written into the law, acts as a special restriction on the rights of certain sections of the community.
Claim
The poor, outcasts and minorities are discriminated against in the enforcement and the interpretation of law. Proposals for change offered by sub-groups are rejected by the majority body as not serving the needs of the whole.
Counter-claim
Inequality before the law is often overstated; the legal system, while not perfect, strives for fairness. Most individuals receive equal treatment under the law, and instances of bias are exceptions rather than the rule. Focusing on perceived inequalities distracts from genuine issues like crime prevention and community safety. Instead of amplifying grievances, we should celebrate the progress made in legal reforms and the overall commitment to justice that benefits society as a whole.
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Value
Reference
SDG
Metadata
Database
World problems
Type
(D) Detailed problems
Biological classification
N/A
Subject
Law » Law
Law » Legality
Management » Administration
Societal problems » Deprivation
Societal problems » Imbalances
Societal problems » Protection
Content quality
Unpresentable
Language
English
1A4N
C1268
DOCID
11312680
D7NID
133056
Last update
May 20, 2022