Cesare Beccaria Quotes

In order that punishment should not be an act of violence perpetrated by one or many upon a private citizen, it is essential that it should be public, speedy, necessary, the minimum possible in the given circumstances, proportionate to the crime, and determined by the law.

Cesare Beccaria

Recitation: by Male by Female

Author Biography

  • Author Profession: judge
  • Nationality: italian
  • Birth: March 15, 1738 - November 28, 1794

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