Alfred Denning, Baron Denning Quotes

Limitation is not a matter of justice. It is a rule of public policy which has its origin in history and its justification in convenience.

Alfred Denning, Baron Denning

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• Limitation is not a matter of justice. It is a rule of public policy which has its origin in history and its justification in convenience.

  

  Alfred Denning, Baron Denning
  • Justice
  • Limitation
  • Convenience