"If you do X then you can expect Y" is a tautology built on observation that divorces the observer from any responsibility for the outcome Y.
Specifically:
> It's much easier to point out that taking a certain set of actions will lead to a certain set of outcomes
This statement is too vague. What specific actions and what specific outcomes?
> since those are abstract concepts that require critical thinking and making value judgments
What is "making value judgements" mean?
Also, when you say "American justice system" - is this specific to the American judicial law and it does not apply to other countries?