> If you want to hack, you should deal with the consequences. You act as if there are no degrees of punishment. I could equally say that someone "sneaking" an

> If you want to hack, you should deal with the consequences. You act as if there are no degrees of punishment. I could equally say that someone "sneaking" an orange across the border should face crucifixion, and defend this opinion with "well it's against the law, so deal with the consequences." Acting as if the "consequences" are some of natural law (and inarguable) isn't really facing the reality of the situation (they are created for humans, by humans, and therefore imperfect). > Part of parole is continued punishment and to see if the person is serious about being a good citizen or not. At the same time, do you want the parole officer acting like the kid in class that tries to trip you as you walk past their desk? If you get mad at the kid that trips you are you "not serious enough" about your education?