Judge, jury and executioner meaning

What does the saying 'Judge, jury and executioner' mean?

Idiom: Judge, jury and executioner

Meaning:

If someone is said to be the judge, jury, and executioner, it means they are in charge of every decision made, and they have the power to be rid of whomever they choose.
Country: International English | Subject Area: Law | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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