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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]].