Accountability is expected from individuals and their houses.
Accountability Is Expected From Individuals and Their Houses
Category: Tsm’syen Law Page status: Working
Purpose
This entry affirms that accountability within Tsm’syen law applies to individuals and extends to their houses. Actions are understood within relational and collective structures.
Principle
Accountability is expected from individuals and their houses. Responsibility is personal, but accountability is relational.
General principles
- Individuals are accountable for their actions.
- Houses share responsibility for conduct carried out in their name.
- Accountability reflects collective identity and obligation.
- Houses support correction, repair, and guidance.
- Failure to address harm affects house standing and trust.
Application
- Houses may assist in acknowledging harm and consequences.
- Accountability may involve house-level response or support.
- Elders may guide houses in fulfilling accountability.
- Repeated failure to address harm may invite broader involvement.
Effect
- Reinforces social cohesion and mutual responsibility.
- Prevents isolation or scapegoating of individuals.
- Strengthens the integrity of houses and clans.