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“Laws against the possession of weapons only disarm those who have no intention of committing a crime.”

Quote by Cesare Beccaria

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Cesare Beccaria

Cesare Beccaria was an Italian philosopher, economist, and lawyer, known for his influential work in criminal justice and his advocacy for the separation of powers. He is best remembered for his book 'On Crimes and Punishments', which argued for the application of reason in criminal law and the abolition of torture and capital punishment. more

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