Using Quantum Theory to Explore Law and Justice in a Subjective World

7 Pages Posted: 10 Jun 2019

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Bruce Levinson

Center for Regulatory Effectiveness

Date Written: June 26, 2018

Abstract

Quantum theory isn’t only for physicists; it may also be of use to ethicists, philosophers, and policy officials who try to understand why purportedly objective legal processes produce profoundly prejudiced results. In this short presentation, we will use quantum theory to challenge the idea that law is, or could be, objective. Over the course of the presentation, we will develop and validate a new concept of law, one that recognizes the subjective nature of reality in a form that is consistent with both modern science and non-Western knowledge systems. Finally, we will look at how our subjective concept of law can be used to resolve a longstanding paradox and, perhaps, point the way to a more just future.

Keywords: Indigenous Knowledge, Interdisciplinary, Justice, Law, Philosophy, QBism, Quantum theory

JEL Classification: C11, C12, K2, K4, Z1, Z18

Suggested Citation

Levinson, Bruce, Using Quantum Theory to Explore Law and Justice in a Subjective World (June 26, 2018). Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3392624 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3392624

Bruce Levinson (Contact Author)

Center for Regulatory Effectiveness ( email )

1601 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009
United States

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