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Quote by: suijurisfreeman  There is a saying (or is it a legal maxim?), No one is above the law! Is that true? If so, why? |
Well, at least from a legal standpoint, no one is above the law. In reality, it seems some people can get special treatment, but I have a feeling that is not what you're arguing here.
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What is the underlying presumption that few seem to understand? What is it that makes one liable under the law in this country?
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Being under the jurisdiction of this country makes one liable under the law. I know that sounds circular, but it is the truth. There are many things that can place someone under the jurisdiction of this country, but the two primary means are citizenship and physical presence here.
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Quote by: GHook93 I agree that he violated that statute and he should be punished.However, so did Willie Nelson. I find it ironic that they coming down harder on a Black man over a White man. |
Willie Nelson was not involved in a criminal tax case.
Nelson tried to use tax shelters that were later disallowed by the IRS. Incidentally, he sued his accountants as a result and settled the case out of court.