I would wager that it is a bit more dangerous when that principle is actually codified in the law, because it makes it much easier to use without much backlash.

I would wager that it is a bit more dangerous when that principle is actually codified in the law, because it makes it much easier to use without much backlash. While it can happen anywhere, it is at least not "totally cool and legal" in most developed countries, which imo acts as a deterrent.