Journal 26

Sometimes I think it is okay to break the rules or the law. I think that a lot of rules and laws are very stupid. For example, I think that getting a "ticket" for speed walking in the hallway is absurd. If a kid wants to get to lunch, let him or her get there! Another rule I think is stupid involving school is making everyone stay in the lunch room until the bell rings. If a student wants to get to class sooner and not wait a couple extra minutes, even seconds, for the bell, then they should be able to. I also think it is stupid to not be able to be in the hallways in the morning.

Back to the point of the blog: when it is okay to break the law.

An eye for an eye is an old expression that does not exist in our government these days. Back in the olden days, if you killed someone you would be killed. Nowadays, if you kill someone you go to prison if there is enough evidence against you.

A law that should sometimes be broken is speeding. If you are having a baby, I think your husband should be able to speed to get to the hospital. Same with someone being injured.

A lot of teenagers feel the need to break the law or a rule to have fun. Sometimes it can be fun as long as you do not get caught. The risk is not worth it, though. For example, if you get caught drinking and driving you get your license taken away and may even go to jail. That is not a law that should be broken.

A rule that may be okay to break occasionally is a deadline rule. If you work and can't finish a reflection blog in time, I think you should get a day to catch up. Work is definitely a legitimately reason to not be able to finish homework.

Another rule involves my job. We have to get coded out each time we leave the building. We have to take off our coat and have them pat it down. When it is winter, I don't want to take my coat off. I think that rule should not exist for smaller jackets because it is a hassle for employees.