Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
Articles 1 - 2 of 2
Full-Text Articles in Law
Norms, Law And The Impeachment Power, John M. Greabe
Norms, Law And The Impeachment Power, John M. Greabe
Law Faculty Scholarship
[Excerpt]
"Most experts believe that, while a president can be criminally prosecuted after leaving office, he cannot be prosecuted while he is president. And while the president may be sued civilly while holding office, the office confers powerful immunities and other constitutional defenses that are unavailable to ordinary civilian defendants."
The Origins And Boundaries Of Executive Privilege, John M. Greabe
The Origins And Boundaries Of Executive Privilege, John M. Greabe
Law Faculty Scholarship
[Excerpt] "When the president or persons working with the president are under investigation . . . the doctrine of executive privilege -which entitles the president to keep confidential certain communications to and from his advisers -inevitably becomes relevant."