 |
| The scales of justice and a judge's gavel Photo courtesy: business-ethics.com |
However, I believe crime is a complex, intricate issue that stems from breakdowns in the fabric of society – the family; and on the other end, an archaic and failing judicial system.
There is an intrinsic need in humans for justice....not punishment, but justice. Justice is the the quality of being just; righteousness, equitableness, or moral rightness. This definition applies to all humans regardless of religion, the absence of it, or whatever belief system one believes in. You should be entitled to justice under state law and it is very well documented in all religious teachings also. For example the Bible clearly states several laws and agreements to ensure justice is served.
When justice is not served, then humans take it upon themselves to feel justified; because a s stated above, it is an intrinsic need. It is so natural that in the Christian faith, Jehovah (one of the names of the Christian God) appeals to persons to leave vengeance to him, He will repay.
However to those that do not subscribe to this or any similar view, there are the courts of law where they should be able to receive justice.
When justice is not served, a ‘black market of crime’ will not only exist, but thrive! This, sadly, is exactly the case in Trinidad and Tobago. The wheels of our justice system turn too slowly. Our laws are grossly outdated and no longer commensurate with the age within which we live –intellectually or financially. The Police Service is suffering from many ailments which have seemed to overwhelm them. And if they do not function, then the knock on effect is that the courts have no one to prosecute.
With regard to justice, my theory is that apathy and hopelessness has taken over the entire justice body. Who shall be our saviour? Cause it seems lady justice in blind in Trinidad and Tobago.
Sources and further readings:
No comments:
Post a Comment