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What is protection from prosecution called?
You are probably thinking of "immunity."
Giving this to a witness means that he or she is free from the threat of prosecution?
immunity
How can one obtain immunity from prosecution?
One can obtain immunity from prosecution by cooperating with law enforcement or government authorities in exchange for protection from being charged with a crime. This typically involves providing valuable information or testimony that helps in a criminal investigation or prosecution.
What do you give to a witness that means they are free from the threat of prosecution?
this is called an immunity
What can the government do to compel a witness to testify after she or he has asserted the right against self-incrimination?
Grant immunity
Freedom from prosecution for witnesses whose testimony ties them to illegal acts is called?
Immunity
Freedom from prosecution for witnesses whose testimony ties them to illegal acts is called what?
immunity
What is the difference between transactional and use immunity Should a person be able to be prosecuted once they have been given immunity?
"Transactional immunity" - gives full immunity from prosecution for a crime revealed from the testimony of a witness. This type acts much like a full pardon for the offence, once granted one may not be prosecuted. "Use" immunity - is the base line protection afforded by the 5th Amendment, use of compelled testimony and the use of evidence derived form the testimony can't be used to convict a witness. To be convicted for a crime testified about, the prosecution has the burden to show that the evidence used was derived by a complete, separate source of information.
What term means freedom forom prosecution even when one has committed the crime as charged?
Immunity.
Protection from prosecution for an illegal act?
Immunity yeah, if your a narc and testify in court against your co-defendants
What is governmental immunity?
Immunity is an exemption granted by statute to government or government authorities protecting them from a legal duty, penalty or prosecution connected with official duties. Governmental (or sovereign) immunity, protects government agencies from lawsuits unless the government agrees to be sued.
What are good questions for child abuse interview?
Is given civil and criminal immunity from prosecution as long as the reporter acted in good faith.
