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We cannot lightly allow the perpetrator of a serious crime to go free simply because that person believed his actions were reasonable and necessary to prevent some perceived harm.
Sol Wachtler
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"We cannot lightly allow the perpetrator of a serious crime to go free simply because that person believed his actions were reasonable and necessary to prevent some perceived harm."
— Sol Wachtler

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We cannot lightly allow the perpetrator of a serious crime to go free simply because that person believed his actions were reasonable and necessary to prevent some perceived harm. — Sol Wachtler

About Sol Wachtler

Sol Wachtler was a Judge from United States (1930–present).

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This quote is attributed to Sol Wachtler, a Judge from United States.
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Sol Wachtler lived from 1930 – present.