Immunity Agreement
/ɪˈmjunɪti əˈgriːmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A contract whereby a party is granted protection from legal liability or prosecution under specified conditions.
The parties signed an immunity agreement to ensure confidential testimony would not lead to prosecution.
Forms
- immunity agreement
- immunity agreements
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Commentary
Typically used in criminal and civil contexts to protect witnesses or cooperating parties, immunity agreements should clearly specify the scope and limitations of the immunity granted.
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