A recent article highlights the phenomenon of individuals facing severe public criticism and judgement—a kind of “purgatory”—even without formal legal proceedings. The Slovak phrase "Spravodliví medzi krivými" ("Righteous Among the Crooked") suggests a situation where individuals are assessed and condemned by public opinion rather than by legal standards. This “extrajudicial” judgement can be as damaging as a court case, impacting reputations and lives. The article implies that many experience this form of social penalty, highlighting a concerning trend of public shaming and accountability outside the traditional legal system. It emphasizes the power of public opinion to inflict consequences, and questions whether this is a just form of redress. The piece offers an observation on societal tendencies towards immediate judgement and potential consequences of unchecked social scrutiny.