Can King Charles III pardon his brother Andrew? Why it's unlikely.
USA TODAY
The royal prerogative of mercy exists to pardon people convicted of criminal offenses, but the king is unlikely to use his power to help his brother.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, Duke of York, was arrested on Thursday, Feb. 19, his 66th birthday, for suspicion of misconduct in public life. Hours later, he was released from police custody.
The former prince allegedly leaked confidential information to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to previous USA TODAY reporting. Mountbatten-Windsor has denied any wrongdoing.
King Charles III is the older brother of Mountbatten-Windsor and in response to the arrest, issued a statement via Buckingham Palace signaling support for a "full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities."
"Let me state clearly: the law must take its course," the king added. "As this process continues, it would not be right for me to comment further on this matter. Meanwhile, my family and I will continue in our duty and service to you all."
Still, some might wonder if the king could pardon his brother, former Prince Andrew. The short answer: it's very unlikely. Here's what to know.
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