Witness Protection
/ˈwɪtnəs prəˌtɛkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal program that provides protection, relocation, and identity changes for witnesses whose safety is at risk due to their testimony.
The government enrolled the key witness in witness protection after threats were made against them.
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Commentary
Witness protection programs are critical in securing testimony in criminal prosecutions by safeguarding participants from retaliation.
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