The utility principle is the only one that can consistently justify punishment.
Utilitarianism founder
Attributed, linking his theory of punishment to his core philosophy.
c. 1780s-1820s
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Humorous"The principle of utility is capable of neither proof nor disproof."
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Humorous"The only good reason for a law is to prevent a greater evil."
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