It will be interesting once people start taking matters into their own hands when it comes to criminal cases...
The mechanism behind law, society, and government is a basic level of trust. Trust in that when matters reach certain people or departments, it is taken care of with a professional and unbiased procedure. Take that basic level of trust from people. Make them develop the idea that the government cannot and will not do anything to resolve their issues. What is the only course of action left for good folks who just want stability and closure in their lives?