Justice ought to be free, because nothing is more iniquitous than venal justice; full, because justice ought not to halt; and speedy, because delay is a kind of denial.

Explanation

The three pillars of justice — accessibility, completeness, and speed — must all be present; the absence of any one corrupts the whole.

Where this applies

• I can't afford a lawyer and the court charges fees I can't pay — justice is supposed to be free.
• The trial has been going on for years — justice should be complete and quick.

See also

• 8.1.10 It is the duty of a good judge to order judgment executed without delay.
• 8.3.2 Justice is neither to be denied nor delayed.