The red traffic light on the corner stands mute testimony to the fact that we had best compromise. We can't all have our own way at the same time without severe side effects of pandemonium. A common sense approach is needed in this country . Judgment is needed. Letting a person off on a technicality when they confessed to a murder is foolish.
Intent is important.
When they train a young elephant, they stake him to the ground with a heavy chain. The young elephant tugs at the chain to no avail. Finally, he gives up. Thereafter, all the trainer needs is a small rope to contain the elephant. If they knew and tried to keep all the rules they would find themselves with mountains of paper work and soon go out of business.