Judge Dredd is the ultimate symbol of law and order in the dystopian sprawl of , a post-apocalyptic metropolis covering North America's east coast. As a "Street Judge," Dredd possesses the power of judge, jury, and executioner, summarily arresting or executing criminals on the spot. The Man and the Myth
Created by John Wagner and Carlos Ezquerra , Dredd first appeared in the British anthology comic 2000 AD in 1977. He is a clone of , the "Father of Justice," and is defined by his unwavering adherence to the Law. He is famous for the line, "I AM THE LAW!".
