Simpson’s Contemporary Quotations, compiled by James B. Simpson. 1988.
NUMBER:
1844
AUTHOR:
Robert N Wilentz, Chief Justice, New Jersey Supreme Court
QUOTATION:
It is the upheaval of prior norms by a society that has finally recognized that it must change its habits and do whatever is required, whether it means a small change or a significant one, in order to stop the senseless loss inflicted by drunken drivers.
ATTRIBUTION:
Majority opinion in 6-1 ruling that a host may be held liable for serving alcohol to persons later involved in drunk-driving incidents, 27 Jun 84
