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Record 1 2011-12-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Penal Law
DEF

A prerogative which finds its origins in the ancient prerogative of rulers or monarchs to exercise mercy in deserving cases.

OBS

In Canada, similar powers of executive clemency have been given to the Governor General as the Queen's representative.

OBS

royal prerogative of mercy: term used in the Criminal Records Act and in the Criminal Code.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Droit pénal
DEF

Prérogative qui prend ses origines dans l'ancienne prérogative des monarques ou des chefs d'État de gracier des personnes qui le méritent.

OBS

Au Canada, des pouvoirs analogues ont été conférés au Gouverneur général en sa qualité de représentant de la Reine.

OBS

Le terme «prérogative royale de clémence» est utilisé dans la Loi sur le casier judiciaire et dans le Code criminel.

OBS

Le terme «recours en grâce» est utilisé dans la Loi sur le système correctionnel et la mise en liberté sous condition.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Derecho penal
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