Who said "In the state of nature there is no such thing as a crime."?

This quote is attributed to Montesquieu.

In the state of nature there is no such thing as a crime. - Montesquieu

"In the state of nature there is no such thing as a crime."

Montesquieu Philosophy

Philosopher Writer French 1689–1755

"Man is born free, and everywhere he is in chains."

"There is no crueller tyranny than that which is perpetuated under the shield of law and order."

"The corrupt part of mankind are masters, and the good part slaves."

"Liberty is the right to do everything which the laws permit."

"I've seen the worst humanity has to offer."

"Sometimes I wonder if the world is worth saving."

"Every choice shapes our destiny."

"Order is the foundation of a good life."