pardon
alibi
DEFENSE
alibi
The president can grant clemency to someone convicted of a crime. Clemency can mean the sentence is either shortened or waived for that person. As for compensation for wrongful imprisonment, the president does not give any compensation. Once out of prison, the convicted can sue for compensation, but the president has nothing to do with that.
an excuse for something or a crime
Not to a court, possibly to a jury.
Blame the dog.
Usually right before they vacate the office.
a pardon(like in a general pardon) or amnesty
Amendment 13 allows involuntary servitude only as a punishment for a crime.
When accusing the president of a crime the term impeachment is typically used. This term refers to the actual proceedings against the president.
The question is extremely unclear. . . BUT - - "Ignorance of the law is no excuse!"