For starters, humble commoners are subject to all the laws of the land.
Some of the laws the royal family is exempt from even make their livesmorerestrictive.
Just how much can the royal family get away with?
Keep reading to find out.
The pass doesn’t apply to them when they’re out and about on their own, however.
In 2001, Princess Annewas fined 400for driving 93 mph in a 70 mph zone.
The queen doesn’t need a passport to travel
Getting a passport can be a hassle.
Since the passport is issued in her name, it makes it unnecessary for the queen to carry one.
It’s not because she doesn’t drive, either.
The perk is not one that the queen takes much advantage of, though.
She mostly restricts her driving to her private estates.
For example, Prince Charles' full given name isCharles Philip Arthur Georgeand the queen’s isElizabeth Alexandra Mary.
Anyone in the world, regardless of age or nationality, is able to request information under the act.
It also prevents people from knowing just how much the royal family influences government policy.
If you’re a royal, however, the law operates a bit differently.
“Technically, they needed permission for travel,” said Koenig.
“The Queen has the last word on parenting decisions like that.”
This is a perk that could easily be dangerous in the wrong hands.
Fortunately, the queen recognizes that her power comes with great responsibility.
Prince Charles does, however, voluntarily pay income tax on the duchy.
The queen, who receives her incomeprimarily from the governmentand from private estates, has alsovoluntarily paid taxessince 1992.
For a long time, this exemption applied toanyone in the royal household, including servants.
The license costs150.50per yearper householdand is a separate cost from cable fees.
Watching TV without a license can result ina fine of up to 1,000, plus any legal costs incurred.
The BBCrefused to reveal detailsabout whether or not the palaces are required to have a license.
McIntosh appealed the decision, but a tribunalruled in favor of the BBC.
