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Yes, in a sense. In he commits a crime, he would first have to be impeached , convicted and removed from office. Then he could be tried as a private citizen.
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∙ 7y ago
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∙ 7y agoNo. Being elected president is not a free pass.
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What is protection from prosecution called?
You are probably thinking of "immunity."
What is asserted immunity from prosecution?
Asserted immunity from prosecution refers to the claim made by an individual that they are protected from being prosecuted for a crime or wrongdoing due to a legal immunity they possess. This assertion is typically based on a specific legal privilege or protection granted to the individual, such as diplomatic immunity or testimonial immunity. However, the validity of the asserted immunity is subject to verification and interpretation by the legal authorities.
Giving this to a witness means that he or she is free from the threat of prosecution?
immunity
What do you give to a witness that means they are free from the threat of prosecution?
this is called an immunity
Does the president elect or vise president elect take the oath first?
Vice President-elect Joseph Biden will be sworn in prior to President-elect Obama.
What is president called before inauguration?
President Elect
What is the possessive plural of president elect?
The possessive plural of "president-elect" is "presidents-elect."
Who becomes president if the president elect is indicted?
Then the vice president-elect becomes president.
What month do we elect president?
the month we elect the president is in January
Who is the us president elect?
The President-elect is Barack H. Obama.
Who is the elect president of 2008?
The president elect for 2008 is Barack Obama
Freedom from prosecution for witnesses whose testimony ties them to illegal acts is called what?
immunity
