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Originally Posted by Terrell
No just law would require the bystanders to intervene physically against the carjacker. Though the carjacker didn't appear to be armed, the bystanders have no way of knowing for sure that he's not armed. To legally require their physical intervention, is to legally require them to take a very big gamble with their lives. What just law would require such from a civilian who hasn't volunteered for such a duty?
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To not defend one who is weaker than you; how just is that?
A just society is one that is based on virtue and harmony. If these are disrupted, wouldn't a citizen who values justice seek to make it right?
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