Proverbs 29:24-26

New Century Version

²⁴ Partners of thieves are their own worst enemies.
    If they have to testify in court, they are afraid to say anything.

²⁵ Being afraid of people can get you into trouble,
    but if you trust the Lord, you will be safe.

²⁶ Many people want to speak to a ruler,
    but justice comes only from the Lord.