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They are the presidents power to pardon a criminal no matter what the crime was. However, this power applies only to federal crimes. Violators of State law can be pardoned only by the Governor of the State.

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The President clemency powers apply only to?

Federal cases


What has not been a factor in the growth of presidential power?

the president's clemency powers.


What wars contributed to the expansion of presidential power?

the president's clemency powers?


What power does both the President and Governors have?

One of the most overlooked of the presidential powers is clemency. He can pardon or commute the sentence of any federal prisoner. What's more, there is no supervision of this power; he doesn't have to get anyone's approval, nor does he have to explain his actions to anyone. Governors have the power of clemency for state prisoners. Due to one controversial decision, one state recently considered limiting the governor's powers of clemency. Although the power of clemency is absolute, it is not without consequence. Jerry Ford outraged enough people by freeing Nixon that, according to many pundits, he was unable to win re-election.


What is an example of the presidents political powers?

Clemency, makes the punishment easier when your in trouble w/ the law.


What can the president give to someone who has been unfairly convicted of a crime?

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.


How can the president become involved with judicial matters?

Through the use of Clemency, Reprieve, and Pardon.


Does The governor of the state have certain judicial powers.?

Yes, they do.


Who has power to grant clemency in the us and states?

In the United States, the power to grant clemency primarily lies with the President at the federal level, who can issue pardons, commutations, and reprieves. At the state level, governors typically hold the clemency power, although the process and authority can vary by state, with some states having boards or commissions that assist in reviewing clemency requests.


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what are the forms of executive clemency


What powers does the president of china have?

He has the same powers as the US president


What are the Consitiutional powers of the Vice President?

The powers of the Vice- President come from the requests of his/her president.