Peers doesn't mean people "like" you, with your same knowledge. It means people with the same level of authority as you, which these days is none at all. Member

Peers doesn't mean people "like" you, with your same knowledge. It means people with the same level of authority as you, which these days is none at all. Members of your society with no vested interests other than justice. It means you aren't judged by the police, the judge, other parts of government, etc. It's not perfect, probably just the least imperfect option.