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Freedom from prosecution for witnesses whose testimony ties them to illegal acts is called?
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Immunity
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Freedom from prosecution for witnesses whose testimony ties them to illegal acts is called what?
immunity
Is a conspiracy to sell illegal drugs impossible to beat?
Nothing is impossible - it all depends upon the strength of the evidence - the testimony of the witnesses - and the skill and legal maneuverings of the defense and prosecution attorneys. In other words, NOTHING is certain.
In what ways are a witness's rights in a congressional investigation similar to and different from a witnesses rights in court?
You see, congessional committees have the power to subpoena witnesses. A subpoena is a legal order that a person appear or produce requested documents. Not only so, but they can even legally testify you under oath. Witnesses who do not tell the truth can be ciminally prosecuted of perjury. Committees may punish those who refuse to testify or otherwise will not cooperate by holding them in contempt of Congress, meaning possibility of being arrested and/or jailed. Congressional committees have granted immunity to witnesses. Immunity is freedom from prosecution for witnesses whose testimony ties them to illegal acts. Of course, the Fifth Amendment states that people cannot be forced to testify against themselves. Witnesses who are granted immunity, however, can be required to testify about illegal actiities in which athey are involved. Those who refuse may be held in contempt and jailed.
In what ways are a witness's rights in a congressional investigation similar to and different from a witness's rights in a court?
You see, congessional committees have the power to subpoena witnesses. A subpoena is a legal order that a person appear or produce requested documents. Not only so, but they can even legally testify you under oath. Witnesses who do not tell the truth can be ciminally prosecuted of perjury. Committees may punish those who refuse to testify or otherwise will not cooperate by holding them in contempt of Congress, meaning possibility of being arrested and/or jailed. Congressional committees have granted immunity to witnesses. Immunity is freedom from prosecution for witnesses whose testimony ties them to illegal acts. Of course, the Fifth Amendment states that people cannot be forced to testify against themselves. Witnesses who are granted immunity, however, can be required to testify about illegal actiities in which athey are involved. Those who refuse may be held in contempt and jailed.
What is a reason to not use illegal downloading?
It is theft, which is unethical, and subject to prosecution if you get caught.
Is homework illegal because of freedom of speech?
No, homework is not illegal because of freedom of speech or any other law.
Is it illegal to threaten to ruin someones credit by using there ssi?
Threats can be illegal. This would not be a safe thing to do and could lead to criminal prosecution.
Is it illegal to use subliminal tapes in churches ie. Jehovah witnesses?
It is illegal to do any sort of subliminal messaging any were, and I would say that it is to me more illegal to do it at church then anywhere else. That said Jehovah's Witnesses do not use subliminal tames in church or anywhere else.
Protection from prosecution for an illegal act?
Immunity yeah, if your a narc and testify in court against your co-defendants
Is it possible to have a DVD rip before the movie releases in theatres?
No, it is illegal and subject to prosecution under copyright laws
In the event of a car crash here the only wittnesses available are involved in the accident is it illegal to use them in a case of court?
No. Their testimony may be used, the judge and/or the jury has the job of evauating the truthfulness of their testimony.
Is it illegal to question a minor without a parent in Virginia?
It is illegal to question a minor in Virginia. In Virginia it is illegal because minors have a right to their freedom and teenagers over the age of 15 have the right to do what they want because Virginia is a state of freedom and wisdom.
