How does the rule of law protect people from an abuse of power by officials in government? A. Citizens can establish new laws wi
thout input from officials. B. Officials and citizens are the same under the law. C. Officials can make up new laws against the will of the people. D. There is no way to punish an official who breaks the law.
Officials and citizens are the same under the law.
Explanation:
The rule of law is defined as: "<em>The authority and influence of law in society, especially when viewed as a constraint on individual and institutional behavior.</em>
This principle means that all members of a society (including those in government) are considered equally subject to publicly disclosed legal codes and processes and if those in government are subject to the Law, then they can as well be held accountable to the Law.
