The Return of Lost Property According to Jewish & Common Law: A Comparison

In every legal system a gap exists between the law as it is actually enforced by the courts and the ethical categorical imperative. Although it was rejected by Justice Holmes in his "bad man rule," a strong claim can be made that the measure of an enlightened and advanced legal system and...

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Published in:Journal of law and religion
Authors: Broyde, Michael J. 1964- (Author) ; Hecht, Michael (Author)
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Language:English
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Published: Cambridge Univ. Press 1995
In: Journal of law and religion
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