God knows our judicial system in America is flawed at best, especially when dealing with people who look like me.
But I've really come to appreciate it, flaws and all, after having a peek at the court system in a foreign land.
You never, ever, ever want to land in court outside of the US.
Everything you know about the law and the legal system gets thrown out of the window, and you're at the mercy of the courts in the local land, of which you will probably have no knowledge.
The good news here is that because justice is harsh and swift, crime is extremely low. The not so good news is if you're on the receiving end of it, things will not be pretty.
Lesson of the Day - when you're in another country, always remember you're a guest in their land, and like a guest in someone's home, remember to be on your best behavior.
But I've really come to appreciate it, flaws and all, after having a peek at the court system in a foreign land.
You never, ever, ever want to land in court outside of the US.
Everything you know about the law and the legal system gets thrown out of the window, and you're at the mercy of the courts in the local land, of which you will probably have no knowledge.
The good news here is that because justice is harsh and swift, crime is extremely low. The not so good news is if you're on the receiving end of it, things will not be pretty.
Lesson of the Day - when you're in another country, always remember you're a guest in their land, and like a guest in someone's home, remember to be on your best behavior.
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