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If one is innocent until proven guilty, then using violence against them before their trial is by definition an extrajudicial punishment, even if they ultimatel
by noahtallen 4y ago
If one is innocent until proven guilty, then using violence against them before their trial is by definition an extrajudicial punishment, even if they ultimately deserve it.
This is why we should strongly advocate for non-violent apprehension pretty much across the board. There must be better strategies than shooting at or even killing someone before they get a trial.
- tzs 4y ago> If one is innocent until proven guilty, then using violence against them before their trial is by definition an extrajudicial punishment, even if they ultimately deserve it. Only if the violence is used punitively.
- polski-g 4y agoPolice do not give up their right to self defense when they take the job. If someone is trying to kill it hurt you, you have the right to use lethal force in response. Same thing for police.