That depends largely on the nature of the fault, and the specific reaction of the offended party to that supposed fault. It is the right of a governing body to make and enforce laws on is own territory, after all. We are guests here.

[Thranduil please don't do this to him, what are you up to?]

...However, I am obligated to speak on your behalf, at least insofar as the Inquisition is concerned. But surely you wouldn't be planning something unseemly?