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This is exactly what already happens in court.

Both sides are given room to make their arguments, even if the argument is "We can't really like, know anything, on a metaphysical level, can we?"

If a jury finds this convincing, you win.

The judge and lawyers will actively work to discourage such a waste of time, but if you're accused of a criminal offense and you insist on presenting this argument in court, it is your right to do so.

In the U.S., we govern by the will of the people. The jury box is important check on runaway government power (which is, unfortunately, frequently diluted).




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