The statements below are from the Declaration of Independence. ...For suspending our own Legislatures... ...For imposing Taxes on us without our Consent... ...For depriving us in many cases, of the benefits of Trial by jury... How do the statements illustrate characteristics of a society operating without the rule of law? 1. The government eliminates arbitrary uses of power. 2.The government abuses the rights of citizens. 3.The government is making decisions based on the laws. 4.The government is protecting citizens from law enforcement.​