Clear Laws Quotes

A wise man, when he writes a book, sets forth his arguments fully and clearly; an enlightened ruler, when he makes his laws, sees to it that every contingency is provided for in detail.

Legislating should be done in a manner that is understandable to the governed.

When Congress writes a good law, then there are fewer lawsuits trying to interpret it.

Laws must be clear, precise, and uniform for all citizens.

The U.S. is probably the easiest country in the world to operate in. Most of the time, there are clear rules of engagement. The laws are clear. There’s transportation. There’s logistics.

Laws should not be subtle. They are designed for people of average understanding.

I am available to work together with the commission to create clear laws that give the athletes the proper respect. The athletes deserve more respect.

The language of the law must not be foreign to the ears of those who are to obey it.

There is something monstrous in commands couched in invented and unfamiliar language; an alien master is the worst of all. The language of the law must not be foreign to the ears of those who are to obey it.