Difference between revisions of "Transactional immunity"
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| − | Transactional immunity gives a witness, in exchange for his testimony, immunity from prosecution related to the underlying transactions. A witness enjoys a right not to incriminate himself under the [[Fifth Amendment]]. But if he receives transactional immunity protecting him against prosecution, then a court or Congress may compel him to testify. | + | Transactional immunity gives a witness, in exchange for his testimony, immunity from prosecution related to the underlying transactions. A witness enjoys a right not to incriminate himself under the [[Fifth Amendment]]. But if he receives transactional immunity protecting him against prosecution, then a court or Congress may compel him to testify. This is often invoked by current & former Bush staff. |
Transactional immunity is broader than [[use immunity]]. | Transactional immunity is broader than [[use immunity]]. | ||
Revision as of 01:49, March 17, 2007
Transactional immunity gives a witness, in exchange for his testimony, immunity from prosecution related to the underlying transactions. A witness enjoys a right not to incriminate himself under the Fifth Amendment. But if he receives transactional immunity protecting him against prosecution, then a court or Congress may compel him to testify. This is often invoked by current & former Bush staff.
Transactional immunity is broader than use immunity.