Immunity Clause
/ɪˈmjuːnɪti klaʊz/
Definitions
- (n.) A provision in a constitution or contract granting exemption from legal duties, penalties, or liabilities under certain conditions.
The immunity clause protected lawmakers from prosecution for official acts.
- (n.) A contractual term excluding or limiting liability of one party in specific circumstances.
The contract's immunity clause shielded the company from damages due to natural disasters.
Forms
- immunity clause
- immunity clauses
Related terms
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Commentary
Immunity clauses vary by context—constitutional versus contractual—and should be drafted clearly to specify scope and limitations.
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