Are government officials above the law?

IJ launched our Project on Immunity and Accountability earlier this year to defend a simple principle: Government officials are not above the law. If you and I must follow the law, the government and its agents must follow the Constitution.

Is everyone above the law?

The rule of law, however, is not merely rule by law; rather, it demands equal justice for each person under the authority of a constitutional government. laws are enforced equally and impartially. no one is above the law, and everyone under the authority of the constitution is obligated equally to obey the law.

Why no one is above the law?

This means that no person, government official or government is above the law. Everyone must know the law. Laws must be clear enough for each person to be able to determine if his or her own behaviour is in violation of a law. Laws and statutes must be clear and fair.

Is the president above the constitution?

No one is above the law, not even the president of the United States. It’s Congress’ constitutional responsibility to hold Trump accountable—and the impeachment inquiry must move forward with the efficiency and seriousness this crisis demands.

Do governments have to follow the law?

Everyone must follow the Federal laws because we live in one nation called the United States. Federal laws are made by Congress on all kinds of matters, such as speed limits on highways. The United States Congress is the lawmaking body of the Federal Government.

What happens if a government violates people’s rights?

The Civil Rights Act of 1871, which is codified at 42 U.S.C. § 1983, provides that anyone who uses their state or local government position to violate a person’s civil rights can be sued for damages.

What does above the law mean?

Definition of above the law : not required to obey the law No one is above the law.

Who says no one is above the law?

Theodore Roosevelt Quotes No man is above the law and no man is below it: nor do we ask any man’s permission when we ask him to obey it.

Why should we follow the law?

The law helps us to find a proper remedy for what has happened to us. The law helps to punish people who choose to break the law. The law can also protect us if we get into trouble ourselves. The law provides defences and safety measures which mean that we can remain innocent until it is proven that we are guilty.