Jack becomes jaded…

We just had an interesting exchange in Criminal Law:
Jack: “I don’t get how the defendant didn’t know he was a felon. I mean, how can you not know? This is nuts. Are you saying I can just murder someone and then vote?
Prof R: “Well, they generally don’t run criminal checks when you vote. If they do catch you then you’re violation…”
Jack: “I just lost respect for this system! (professor and class gasps, awkward moment ensues…) I know that’s not your fault, it’s more of a societal thing, but whatever…”