Absolutely, Judges are held just as accountable for crimes. Some have lost their jobs due to this, and even some have served time in jail. They are not held above the law at all.
Many individuals are convicted each day. Science has been able to help those who have been falsely convicted of crimes by examining DNA evidence that might link them to the crime.
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A citizen of the United States of American cannot pardon or free criminals convicted of crimes. That element of the law is left up to judges, prosecutors, and the state (governor) or Federal government (President of the United States).
pardoning those convicted of crimes
Nelson Mandela was being tried for high treason in 1964, he was sentenced to life in prison. He was previously convicted of conspiracy to overthrow the state.
Yes, a governor has the power to pardon individuals convicted of crimes in their state.
Yes, a governor has the power to pardon individuals convicted of state crimes.
the right to own, be in possession of, or carry firearms
No
For those convicted of misdemeanors - jail. For those convicted of felonies - prison.
For federal judges, the answer is Congress. Federal judges can be impeached by the House of Representatives and tried by the Senate.
yes