Should the justice system reward betrayal?

[Formaldehyde]

I have no idea why our society allows informants, much less why cops are also allowed to lie with impunity and to engage in "stings".

 

[Synobun]

I have no idea why our society allows informants, much less why cops are also allowed to lie with impunity and to engage in "stings".

I suppose because criminals are not known for their honesty and transparency.

 

[Borachio]

Well, who is known for their honesty and transparency?

 

[Formaldehyde]

That is somewhat understandable given that they are actually criminals. So what is the excuse of the authorities?

 

[Synobun]

That is somewhat understandable given that they are actually criminals. So what is the excuse of the authorities?

You can't ask someone who isn't honest and transparent to be honest and transparent.

 

[Formaldehyde]

Ah. now I see what you did there.