In the Tin Star by John M. Cunningham, one of the key themes explored is the corruption of the justice system and the lack of true justice. Throughout the story, Toby and Doane face numerous difficulties, including catching Jordan and protecting their town. Doane states, “you risk your life catching someone and the damned juries let them go so they can come back and shoot you”, (Cunningham 35). This quote illustrates how justice is not only unreliable, but corrupted as well. It emphasizes the idea that real justice is lacking and that society is frequently not protected by the institution…