When, why?
2006-12-14 23:01:07 · 14 answers · asked by mtoi 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
The best way to answer this question is to ask yourself, "Would I want anyone to lie to me at any time for any reason?"
2006-12-14 23:11:54 · answer #1 · answered by Jen 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is a moral question, and the line falls to opinion. Some will say that it is totally wrong to lie, but others will say it's okay to lie as long as it does not hurt another person. I'm also sure there are others out there that would say in self interest, it is always okay to lie.
U.S. society does not allow lying in court or to a public official on official duty. Also, a lie can be a tort/contract action in court if a party reasonably relied upon the lie to their detriment. If you want a basis to start with, that would be a good place.
2006-12-14 23:10:30 · answer #2 · answered by jhessick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, only if the lie will hurt someone, both in the long and short term.
If it is for good, then its ok. But still, be careful.
2006-12-14 23:11:03 · answer #3 · answered by Zabanya 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My theroy is to always tell the truth to everyone except to keep yourself outta trouble...then to save yourself the headache of dealing with it then sure go ahead lie....just never lie to hurt another person
2006-12-14 23:11:22 · answer #4 · answered by debbiemccoy64@verizon.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO!
If we lie unconsciouslly we are still responsible for our actions.
We cannot pull the wool over our own eyes and we cannot pull the wool over God's eyes.
Therefore trying to deceive others consciouslly is a waste of time.
Take care!
Merry Christ mas.
2006-12-14 23:09:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is not legal to lie, you can be charged of perjury if made in court because it is punishable under the Penal law.
2006-12-14 23:04:28 · answer #6 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think noone is perfect,human beings tells a lie becoz they want to protect themself and self-defence.Avoid telling a lie if it is not neccessary.Big sin,hehehe...
2006-12-14 23:11:53 · answer #7 · answered by too much heaven 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Merlin, what is the greatest quality of a knight? Chivalry? Bravery? Loyalty?"
"Truth. Yes, that's it! It must be truth! When a man lies he murders some part of the world."
2006-12-14 23:44:37 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
when ur trying not to hurt someones feelings its ok
when ur trying to hurt someones feelings its not ok
if your a compulsive liar then its always ok
2006-12-14 23:05:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but I could not gibe you an honest reason when or why
2006-12-14 23:09:47 · answer #10 · answered by . 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋