All excess is reprehended in law.

Explanation

Moderation is a first principle — every exercise of power, every pleading, every remedy must be proportionate to its purpose.

Where this applies

• The response was disproportionate to the situation.
• Excess in any form is condemned by the law — everything must be proportionate.
• The remedy or action must be measured and proportional to its purpose.

See also

• 12.3.4 Too great subtlety is disapproved in law.
• 12.5.1 Whatever is done in excess is prohibited by law.