Liberia: Former Presidential Accountability Under Liberia’s 1986 Constitution

This article examines whether a Liberian President whose alleged criminal or impeachable conduct becomes known only after leaving office may still face legal consequences. It considers Articles 43, 61, 62, 65 and 66 of the 1986 Constitution, the impeachment process, criminal justice, the Legislature, Executive, Judiciary and Supreme Court. It does not determine the guilt or innocence of any individual.

1. ARTICLE 61 IS THE STARTING POINT

Article 61 gives the President immunity from suits, actions…