Why obey the law? A better question would be: why not obey the law? All our lives we have been taught to do the right thing in bad situations. As kids, this worked well; but, as we got older, we discovered that doing the wrong thing paid off. As they say, crime pays. This may be true in the short term, but it is not true in the long term. Getting away from crime not only keeps you out of prison, but it can also help you build better relationships, create a more fulfilling life, and most importantly, leave something behind when you leave. Do you really want to take more from the world than you give? Think about it: we wouldn't even be here without people who decided that good is better than bad. I know you've heard all this before, but at some point you have to change. I won't talk about things that don't interest you, like how you put yourself in danger, but I will try to open your eyes to a new perspective on the matter. Almost all the men in our family have been to prison - right? do you really want to be one of them? Even if you don't like your father, do you really want to be like him? I've been to prison Nathan, and it's not a fun place. Of course, I only went for a day on two occasions, so that certainly wasn't how I wanted to spend those afternoons. Not to mention the consequences. What happens after you get out of prison is even worse than when you're inside. Going to court is a huge problem for anyone, especially those who are still in school, like you. You have to miss school and work, care for a frightened mother, pay court costs, and then deal with sentencing - which can mean even more prison time. Plus, once you finally get out, you'll probably end up going back. According to the Bureau of Ju...... middle of paper ...... f the things you do don't get you anywhere, you might feel satisfied at the end of the day. Not leaving anything behind when you leave is a terrible thing; if not, you could make a difference in the world. Overall, crime really doesn't pay off; Ultimately, it's best to choose the straight and narrow path. Works Cited “Background Checks – The Use of Criminal Background Checks in Hiring Decisions.” SHRM. Np, July 19, 2012. Web. November 20, 2013. Bureau of Justice Program. Bureau of Justice Statistics, nd Web. November 20, 2013.Rubin Kate. Survey on volunteering and its health. Minnetonka, Minn. UnitedHealth Group Center. 2013. Pager, Devah. “The mark of a criminal.” Northwestern University, March 2003. Web. November 20, 2013. Rosee, Neal J. and Amy Summerville. “What we regret most. And why.” NCBI. Np, May 23, 2008. Web. November 20. 2013.